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Shrimp or Fish in Crazy Water
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Shrimp or Fish in Crazy Water

"Shrimp in Crazy Water is an Italian dish that uses seawater in the sauce."

By Chef Laura Bonicelli

canned tomatoesfennelfishshrimp

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

20 min

Total Time

35 min

Servings

4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cupextra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion -- 1/2-inch diced
  • 4 clovesgarlic -- thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoonshot chilies -- seeded and chopped
  • 1 fennel bulb -- 1/2-inch dice - reserve fronds
  • 2 cupscherry tomatoes -- halved
  • 1 14- ouncecan whole Italian tomatoes
  • 1/2 cupseawater (1/2 cup water with 1 teaspoon Kosher salt)
  • 1 1/2 cupsdry white wine
  • 1 poundlarge shrimp -- or firm white fish

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving (serves 4 servings)

Calories388
Total Fat16g
Cholesterol286mg
Sodium1066mg
Total Carbohydrates21g
Dietary Fiber5g
Sugars9g
Protein27g

* Nutritional information is estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, chilies, and diced fennel and cook until soft and light golden brown, about 8 to , stirring as necessary.

  2. 2

    Add the tomatoes, seawater, and wine and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for . Add the fish and simmer until the shrimp or fish cook through, about . Season with pepper and more salt if necessary.

Chef's Notes

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Minneapolis, Minnesota

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