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Garlic Butter Shrimp over a delicious rice stack ready to be served.

Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice Stack

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A quick and delightful dish featuring succulent shrimp, fluffy rice, and a tantalizing garlic butter sauce that transforms a weeknight dinner into a culinary feast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 340 grams long-grain rice
  • 720 millilitres chicken broth Rich broth enhances flavor
  • 60 millilitres soy sauce
  • 15 millilitres sesame oil
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Shrimp
  • 450 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor
  • 60 millilitres unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 0.25 teaspoon fine salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Method
 

Cook the Rice
  1. Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a large pot.
  2. Stir in the rice, soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic powder.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20–25 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Sauté the Shrimp
  1. In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Toss in the shrimp along with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
Layer and Serve
  1. Neatly layer the cooked rice in a serving dish, topping it with the shrimp.
  2. Serve immediately, optionally pairing it with a fresh salad or steamed veggies for a balanced meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For a great presentation, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice can brighten the dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly before consuming.
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