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Pesto Shrimp Power Bowl

Pesto Shrimp Power Bowl: A Flavorful Boost for Your Day

A delightful Pesto Shrimp Power Bowl packed with flavor and nutrition, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roux
  • ½ cup vegetable oil gives a rich, smooth base for your gumbo
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour essential for creating the roux
For the Vegetables
  • 1 onion adds a sweet flavor
  • 1 bell pepper brings crunch and color
  • 2 stalks celery rounds out flavors
  • 4 cloves garlic infuses aroma and depth
For the Protein
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
For the Broth
  • 4 cups chicken or seafood broth adds savory depth
For the Extras
  • 2 cups okra introduces unique texture
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning signature kick of flavor
  • to taste salt adjust to taste
  • to taste pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice adds brightness
For Serving
  • 4 cups cooked white rice to serve as a base
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Whisk
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Gradually whisk in flour, cooking for about 15 minutes until deep brown.
    Pesto Shrimp Power Bowl
  2. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
    Pesto Shrimp Power Bowl
  3. Stir in shrimp, broth, okra, and Cajun seasoning. Season with salt and pepper, bring to a boil.
    Pesto Shrimp Power Bowl
  4. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    Pesto Shrimp Power Bowl
  5. Ladle gumbo over cooked rice, garnish with parsley and lemon juice to serve.
    Pesto Shrimp Power Bowl

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, freeze gumbo without rice and prepare fresh rice when serving.

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