Saffron and Preserved Lemon Scented Shrimp Rice Pilaf Recipe

Name: Saffron and Preserved Lemon Scented Shrimp Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon saffron threads; Salt; 1 1/2 cups rice; 3 cups water; 1 cup tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced; 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup cracked green olives; 1 pound medium shrimp; 1 tablespoon finely chopped preserved lemons; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds, for garnish; Chopped parsley, for garnish

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon saffron threads
Salt
1 1/2 cups rice
3 cups water
1 cup tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1/2 cup cracked green olives
1 pound medium shrimp
1 tablespoon finely chopped preserved lemons
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds, for garnish
Chopped parsley, for garnish

1
In a medium saucepan, add 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil and heat.
2
Add the onions and saute for 3 minutes, until soft and translucent.
3
Add the garlic and saute for another 2 minutes.
4
Add the saffron threads and saute for 1 minute.
5
Season with salt.
6
Add the rice and saute, stirring constantly for 2 minutes.
7
Add the water and cover the pot.
8
Lower the heat to simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
9
Remove from the heat and let sit, covered for 5 minutes.
10
Uncover and fluff with a fork.
11
While the rice is cooking, in a saute pan, over high heat, add the remaining vegetable oil.
12
When the oil is hot, add the tomatoes and the cayenne pepper.
13
Saute for 5 minutes, or until the liquid begins to evaporate.
14
Add the olives, shrimp and preserved lemons and cook until the shrimp turn pink and their tails curl completely, about 4 to 5 minutes.
15
Be careful not to overcook.
16
Season with salt and pepper.
17
Add the shrimp mixture to the rice mixture and mix well.
18
Check for seasoning.
19
Garnish with almonds and parsley.

595

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/2 cup onion, chopped, 1 tablespoon garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon saffron threads, and more.

Yes, Saffron and Preserved Lemon Scented Shrimp Rice Pilaf 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.

Saffron and Preserved Lemon Scented Shrimp Rice Pilaf

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