Description
Indulge in garlicky, buttery shrimp served over fragrant jasmine rice with a tangy, umami-rich sauce. Ready in 20 minutes, this family-friendly, budget-conscious recipe delivers bold flavors and comforting simplicity for any meal.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups cooked jasmine rice
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 cup vegetable broth
Lemon zest from 1 lemon
Chopped green onions or scallions (optional)
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat
Add minced garlic and sauté 1-2 minutes until fragrant
Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque
Mix in soy sauce, vegetable broth, and lemon zest
Reduce sauce over medium heat for 3-5 minutes
Stir in cooked rice until well coated and heated through
Serve garnished with green onions and Parmesan if desired
Notes
Use a non-stick skillet for easier cooking
Substitute long-grain white rice if unavailable
For a halal version, ensure butter is vegetable-based
Add steamed broccoli or peas for extra nutrition
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Pan-Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 320mg