Classic Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice Bowls
This recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, served over a bed of fluffy jasmine rice. It's a quick and flavorful meal perfect for any weeknight.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Large non-stick skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked medium-grain jasmine rice
- 12-16 Large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 Tbsp Unsalted butter
- 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
- ½ lemon zest & juice
- ½ tsp Salt adjust
- ¼ tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 Tbsp Fresh parsley (or cilantro), chopped
- ½ cup Optional veggies e.g., edamame, peas, sliced avocado
Instructions
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of rice until the water runs clear and then combine with 1 ¾ cups of water in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and let it simmer for 12-15 minutes, then fluff and keep warm.
- Pat the shrimp dry using paper towels and season them lightly with salt and pepper.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until it becomes foamy.
Notes
The cooking time for rice may vary depending on the type; adjust accordingly. For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.