Shrimp à la Provençale with Imitation Crab

Ingredients

• 200 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 100 g imitation crab sticks, shredded
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 200 g canned diced tomatoes (no‑salt added)
• 30 g pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
• 1 tbsp capers, rinsed
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• to taste freshly ground black pepper(optional)
• 1 tsp lemon zest(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (about 2 minutes). Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

2. 2

   Stir in the diced tomatoes, sliced olives, capers, and thyme; simmer gently for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

3. 3

   Add the shrimp and shredded imitation crab to the sauce, season lightly with black pepper, and cook 3–4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

4. 4

   Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley and lemon zest, then serve immediately.