Description
This easy shrimp and rice recipe features perfectly cooked shrimp tossed in creamy butter and fresh lemon, served over a fluffy bed of rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups white rice
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook it according to package instructions, using water or broth for extra flavor.
- Prepare the skillet: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Sauté the garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about one minute, or until fragrant.
- Cook the shrimp: Toss the shrimp into the skillet, stirring occasionally. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until they turn pink.
- Add the finishing touches: Stir in the lemon juice and Parmesan cheese until the cheese melts into the sauce.
- Season your dish: Taste and season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Serve and garnish: Spoon the shrimp mixture over the rice and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Notes
Keep the ingredients prepped and within reach for a streamlined cooking process. Consider adding vegetables or using an air fryer for different textures.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg