Description
A comforting dish infused with garlic and butter, featuring plump shrimp and flavorful rice, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup long-grain white or brown rice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 cup fresh spinach
Instructions
- If using frozen shrimp, thaw them in advance. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
- Add chopped vegetables and sauté until tender.
- Stir in the rice, coating it with butter and garlic. Add broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Gently fold in the shrimp once boiling. Lower heat, cover, and let simmer until rice is tender and shrimp is cooked through.
- Fluff the dish with a fork and garnish with chopped green onions and herbs before serving.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Add your favorite herbs and spices for a personal touch. Ensure not to overcrowd the shrimp for best searing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: garlic, shrimp, rice, bake, comfort food, family recipe, easy dinner, Mediterranean