Description
A quick and delicious one pot shrimp and rice dish with lemon, garlic, and parmesan, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups jasmine rice, rinsed
- 5 tablespoons butter, divided
- ½ cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1½ tablespoons garlic, minced
- 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese, finely shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, then stir in the rinsed rice.
- Cover the pot tightly and reduce heat to low. Simmer the rice for 13 minutes without lifting the lid.
- After 13 minutes, quickly remove the lid and arrange the shrimp on top of the rice. Drizzle lemon juice over the shrimp, dot with the remaining butter, and cover again for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the pot from heat, toss in the parmesan cheese and minced parsley, stirring gently. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with steamed vegetables or a crisp salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian