Spicy Seared Shrimp on Mardi Gras Rice Recipe

Name: Spicy Seared Shrimp on Mardi Gras Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp canola oil; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped; 2 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup long-grain white rice; 1 cup frozen peas; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1 1/4 lb large shrimp, peeled

Servings: persons

2 tbsp canola oil
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
2 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 1/4 lb large shrimp, peeled

1
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Add celery and pepper and cook 2 or 3 minutes.
3
Add broth, bring to a boil and stir in rice.
4
Cover, lower heat and simmer 20 minutes.
5
Turn off the heat.
6
Stir in peas; cover.
7
Let stand 5 minutes or until peas are heated through.
8
Meanwhile, combine salt, garlic powder, cayenne, and thyme in a bowl, then toss with shrimp.
9
Heat remaining 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet, add shrimp and cook 4 minutes, turning once.
10
Divide rice among 4 plates.
11
Top with shrimp.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp canola oil, 2 celery stalks, chopped, 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped, 2 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Spicy Seared Shrimp on Mardi Gras 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.

Spicy Seared Shrimp on Mardi Gras Rice

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