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Shrimp Rice with Herbs

Savory Shrimp Rice with Herbs for a Flavorful Family Feast

Discover Shrimp Rice with Herbs, a vibrant and aromatic Persian dish that combines fluffy rice, quinoa, and protein-rich shrimp.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Persian
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice/Grains
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice Rinse before use
  • 1 cup Brown Basmati Rice Can substitute with white rice
  • 1/2 cup Quinoa Can be swapped with more rice
For the Flavor Base
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with another oil
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp Curry Powder Consider using Persian advieh
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to spice preference
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper Can use white pepper
For the Fresh Touch
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Can substitute with parsley
  • 2 tbsp Dill Use dried if fresh unavailable
  • 2 stalks Green Onions For garnish
  • 1 tbsp Fenugreek Leaves Substitute with spinach if unavailable
For the Protein and Finish
  • 1 lb Raw Shrimp Cleaned and deveined
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 pinch Saffron Omit if unavailable

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • Heavy-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Shrimp Rice with Herbs
  1. Prepare the Rice and Quinoa: Boil salted water, add brown basmati rice and olive oil, simmer for 20 mins. Mix in quinoa, cover, and cook for another 20 mins.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil, sauté onion until golden, then add garlic and red bell pepper, cooking for another 3-4 mins.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: Add shrimp to the skillet with spices, sauté for 4-5 mins until shrimp are pink and opaque, then remove from heat.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Layer the rice and quinoa mixture with sautéed vegetables and shrimp, drizzle with lemon juice and saffron water.
  5. Steam for Flavor: Cook for 5 mins on medium-high, then reduce heat to low and steam for 25 mins until fragrant.
  6. Fluff and Serve: Fluff rice with a fork and serve garnished with cilantro, dill, and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 640mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are cooked just until pink. Rinse rice for fluffy grains. Adjust water for different rice types. Sauté aromatics first for flavor. Use a heavy-bottomed pot and layer ingredients gently.

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