Shrimp Bog Recipe

Name: Shrimp Bog
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb sliced bacon, finely diced; 2 medium sized onions, finely chopped; 1 1/2 cups long grain rice, uncooked; 3 1/4 cups chicken broth, skimmed fat; 1 1/2 cups peeled and chopped tomatoes with juice; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; cayenne, and; black pepper; 2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/4 cup freshly snipped parsley

Servings: persons

1/2 lb sliced bacon, finely diced
2 medium sized onions, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups long grain rice, uncooked
3 1/4 cups chicken broth, skimmed fat
1 1/2 cups peeled and chopped tomatoes with juice
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
cayenne, and
black pepper
2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup freshly snipped parsley

1
in large pot fry bacon over medium heat.
2
drain and set aside for later.
3
pour off all but 3 Tbsp of fat.
4
add onions to hot bacon grease.
5
cook for 3 minutes.
6
add the rice, 2 1/4 c of broth, tomatoes with juice, lemon juice, worcestershire and spices. lower to simmer, cover and cook for 20 minutes.
7
Stir in the bacon and the shrimp and continue cooking, uncovered, for 10 minutes, adding a little more broth if the rice seems to be drying out.
8
Stir the bog with a fork, taste for seasoning, sprinkle the parsley on top, and serve immediately.

1143

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

142

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb sliced bacon, finely diced, 2 medium sized onions, finely chopped, 1 1/2 cups long grain rice, uncooked, 3 1/4 cups chicken broth, skimmed fat, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Bog 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp Bog

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Variations & substitutions

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