Here’s a delicious recipe for a Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl with Herb Rice — a comforting, flavor-packed dish that comes together in under 30 minutes!
🦐 Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl with Herb Rice
📝 Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
For the Herb Rice:
- 1 cup long grain rice (e.g., basmati or jasmine)
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, dill, or basil)
- Salt to taste
🍚 Step 1: Make the Herb Rice
- Rinse the rice until the water runs clear.
- In a saucepan, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add the rice and stir for a minute to coat the grains.
- Pour in the water or broth. Add salt, bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low.
- Cook for 15 minutes (or per rice instructions), then remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and stir in the chopped herbs.
🍤 Step 2: Cook the Shrimp
- Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter and garlic, sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in cream and Parmesan, stirring until smooth. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice, then return shrimp to the pan. Cook for 1 more minute to coat.
🥣 Step 3: Assemble the Bowls
- Scoop herb rice into a bowl.
- Top with creamy garlic butter shrimp.
- Spoon extra sauce over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, a lemon wedge, or even chili flakes if you like a kick.
🔄 Optional Add-Ons
- Steamed or sautéed spinach or kale
- Roasted cherry tomatoes
- Avocado slices
- Crusty bread for dipping
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