A Gilding of Shrimp and Saffron Rice Recipe

Name: A Gilding of Shrimp and Saffron Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt divided; 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads or more to taste; 1 cup long grain rice brown; 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin; 3 medium yellow summer squash quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices; 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined, 21-25 per pound; ⅓ cup mint leaves tightly packed fresh, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 x black pepper freshly ground to taste

Servings: persons

1
Bring water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and saffron to taste to a boil in a medium saucepan.
2
Add rice, return to a boil, cover and reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
3
Cook until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender, 40 to 45 minutes.
4
Fluff with a fork.
5
About 10 minutes before the rice is done, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6
Add squash and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender (do not brown), 5 to 7 minutes.
7
Stir in shrimp and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
8
Stir in mint and cook for 30 seconds.
9
Stir in lemon juice; remove from heat.
10
Season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.
11
Serve over the rice.

355

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups water, 1 teaspoon salt divided, 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads or more to taste, 1 cup long grain rice brown, and more.

Yes, A Gilding of Shrimp and Saffron Rice falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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A Gilding of Shrimp and Saffron Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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