Description
Shrimp and rice is a delightful dish that brings together juicy shrimp and fluffy rice, all infused with aromatic spices. Perfect for any occasion, from cozy weeknight dinners to vibrant gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and packed with flavor. In just under 30 minutes, you can have a colorful, mouthwatering meal that will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (fresh or frozen, deveined)
- 1 cup long-grain rice (preferably basmati)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped, mixed colors)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Thaw shrimp if frozen.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add bell peppers and sauté until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in shrimp; cook until pink and opaque (3-5 minutes).
- Add rice and vegetable broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice absorbs liquid.
- Fluff with a fork, add paprika, cumin, lemon juice, and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg