🍴 Weekend Bites – Your Easy Recipe for the Weekend!
Looking for something quick, delicious, and satisfying to whip up this weekend? We’ve got you covered with a simple recipe that’s perfect for relaxing days and cozy nights.
🌟 This Weekend’s Recipe: One-Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp & Rice
Ingredients:
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1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 cup long-grain rice
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2 ½ cups chicken broth
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp paprika
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Chopped parsley & lemon wedges (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
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Sauté the garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 min).
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Cook the rice: Stir in the rice, coating it with the butter and garlic. Add the chicken broth and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 15 minutes.
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Cook the shrimp: While rice is cooking, season the shrimp with paprika, salt, and pepper. Once the rice is almost done, nestle the shrimp into the pan, cover, and cook for 5 more minutes until pink and cooked through.
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Finish: Add remaining butter and sprinkle with parsley. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.
🍷 Pair it with: A crisp glass of white wine or sparkling water with lime.
Enjoy your weekend and happy cooking!