Spicy Rice With Shrimp and Peppers Recipe

Name: Spicy Rice With Shrimp and Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 4 green onions, chopped, divided; 1 lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 2 ½ cups bottled clam juice; ¼ cup olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 12 green bell pepper, seeded, chopped; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 2 plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 12-1 whole scotch bonnet peppers or 12-1 habanero pepper, seeded, chopped; 1 cup medium-grain white rice

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
4 green onions, chopped, divided
1 lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 ½ cups bottled clam juice
¼ cup olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
12 green bell pepper, seeded, chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
2 plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
12-1 whole scotch bonnet peppers or 12-1 habanero pepper, seeded, chopped
1 cup medium-grain white rice

1
Whisk extra-virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons vinegar, and 2 chopped green onions in small bowl.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Toss shrimp with lime juice in bowl.
4
Let stand 30 minutes.
5
Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add shrimp with any juices to pan; sprinkle with salt and saute until just opaque in center, about 3 minutes.
7
Transfer to plate.
8
Add onion, green pepper, and garlic to pan; saute 2 minutes.
9
Add tomatoes, cilantro, chile, and 1 chopped green onion to pan.
10
Reduce heat to medium and saute until vegetables are almost tender, about 3 minutes.
11
Add 1 tablespoon vinegar and rice; stir 2 minutes.
12
Add clam juice.
13
Boil rice mixture 1 minute.
14
Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
15
Season with salt and pepper.
16
Stir in shrimp.
17
Cover and cook until shrimp are heated through, about 1 minute.
18
Transfer to bowl.
19
Sprinkle with 1 chopped green onion.
20
Serve with dressing.

778

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Protein

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 4 green onions, chopped, divided, and more.

Yes, Spicy Rice With Shrimp and Peppers 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!

Spicy Rice With Shrimp and Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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