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Shrimp Rice

A quick and flavorful shrimp and rice dish perfect for weeknights.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cups uncooked converted brown rice
  • 4 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1.25 pounds peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large heavy skillet melt the butter over medium heat. Add the rice and saute about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add the chicken broth and peas and bring to a boil. When just about all the liquid is absorbed, cover and reduce heat to low.
  3. Cook, covered on low heat for 20 minutes, until rice is cooked through. Shut off and let stand covered 5 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, in a second large skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium heat until hot.
  5. Season shrimp with salt and pepper and add to hot skillet. Cook about 2-3 minutes, until opaque and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
  6. Add the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil to the skillet on high heat and add cooked rice, shrimp, grated cheese, and parsley. Saute another minute or two to slightly crisp and mix well.

Notes

Best served hot with a squeeze of lemon.