Shrimp and Rice
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Enjoy this easy Shrimp and Rice recipe that combines succulent shrimp with fluffy rice for a delicious meal. Try it today!
- Author: Alex
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- 1 lb fresh shrimp (large, uncooked)
- 1 cup long-grain rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1/2 cup onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add rice, stir, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 18 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute), then add chopped vegetables and cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Fluff cooked rice with a fork and gently combine it with the shrimp and vegetables in the skillet. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 165mg