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Shrimp Rice with Herbs

Savory Shrimp Rice with Herbs for a Flavorful Feast

Discover a delightful Shrimp Rice with Herbs, blending perfectly cooked rice and tender shrimp with vibrant spices and fresh herbs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Persian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Brown Basmati Rice Rinse before cooking
  • 1 cup White Basmati Rice Rinse before cooking
  • 1 cup Quinoa Optional
For the Sauté
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with other cooking oils
  • 1 Onion Finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced or grated
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Sliced thinly
For Spicing It Up
  • 2 tablespoons Curry Powder/Advieh The core spice mix
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice tolerance
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Use sparingly
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Freshness
  • Cilantro Chopped
  • Dill Chopped
  • Green Onions Sliced
  • Fenugreek Leaves Fresh or dried
For the Star
  • 1 pound Raw Shrimp Deveined and cleaned
For a Zesty Touch
  • 1 Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 pinch Saffron Dissolve in hot water

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat, adding a pinch of salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Stir in 1 cup of brown basmati rice and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until tender. Add 1 cup of white basmati rice and 1 cup of quinoa, cooking for an additional 15-20 minutes until all grains are fully cooked and fluffy.
  2. While the grains are cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until golden and translucent. Next, stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 sliced red bell pepper, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the pepper softens and the mixture becomes aromatic.
  3. Add 1 pound of deveined raw shrimp to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables, cooking for about 3-4 minutes. Keep stirring until the shrimp curl and turn pink, indicating they are cooked through. Then, remove the shrimp mixture from heat and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet with the shrimp and vegetables, sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of curry powder and 1 teaspoon each of red pepper flakes, turmeric, ground cumin, and black pepper. Stir everything well to coat the shrimp, adjusting spices to your taste.
  5. In a heavy-bottomed pot, layer half of the cooked rice mixture, followed by the shrimp and sautéed vegetables. Drizzle with the juice of 1 lemon and saffron water. Top with the remaining rice, pressing lightly, then cover tightly with a lid.
  6. Set the pot over low heat and steam for 25 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during this process.
  7. Once steaming is complete, carefully fluff the rice with a fork, mixing in the layers gently. Arrange the shrimp beautifully on top and garnish with cilantro, dill, and green onions. Serve alongside a salad or yogurt dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Rinse rice to remove excess starch; adjust spices as per preference for a tailored dish.

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