Name: Cajun Shrimp and Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 cup long-grain white rice; 2 cups broth (chicken or vegetable); 1 medium onion, diced; 1 bell pepper (green or red), diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt (to taste); ½ teaspoon black pepper (to taste); 1 cup green onions, chopped for garnish; Optional: hot sauce for serving

Description

This Cajun Shrimp and Rice recipe is a flavorful one-pan meal that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)
1 medium onion, diced
1 bell pepper (green or red), diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
½ teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
1 cup green onions, chopped for garnish
Optional: hot sauce for serving

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Instructions

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper into the skillet. Mix well to coat the vegetables.
Stir in the uncooked rice, ensuring it gets mixed with the vegetables and seasoning.
Add the broth to the skillet and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
While the rice is cooking, remove the lid and gently stir in the shrimp. Cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
After the shrimp are cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork.
Top with chopped green onions for added flavor and serve immediately.

Notes

This dish pairs well with a side of hot sauce for those who like a bit more heat.
Feel free to add other vegetables to customize the recipe to your liking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dishes
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 200mg