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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl with Herb Rice

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A rich and comforting shrimp bowl featuring juicy garlic butter shrimp in a creamy sauce served over fragrant herb rice.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 500 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for rice)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for rice)
  • Extra parsley (optional garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse rice under cold water until clear.
  2. Bring water or broth to a boil, add rice, salt, and butter, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Let rice rest for 5 minutes, fluff, and mix in parsley and cilantro.
  4. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  5. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Cook shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until pink, then remove and set aside.
  7. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
  8. Add chicken broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  9. Stir in heavy cream and cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  10. Add parmesan cheese and mix until smooth.
  11. Return shrimp to skillet and coat in sauce.
  12. Add lemon juice and simmer for 2 minutes.
  13. Serve shrimp over herb rice and garnish as desired.

Notes

  • Do not overcook shrimp to avoid a rubbery texture.
  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for variation.
  • Adjust sauce thickness with extra broth or cream.
  • Reheat gently to maintain texture.

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