Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Set the pot over low heat and steam for 25 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during this process.
- 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
Notes
Rinse rice to remove excess starch; adjust spices as per preference for a tailored dish.
