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Lowcountry Shrimp Pilaf Recipe

Dive into the flavors of the Lowcountry with this vibrant shrimp pilaf! This quick and easy recipe, inspired by Cooking Light (November 2006), combines succulent shrimp with fragrant rice, bell peppers, and a touch of Old Bay seasoning. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's the perfect weeknight meal or holiday side dish. Serve alongside a crisp green salad and crusty bread for a complete and satisfying experience.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 26 mins
Calories 375.6 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lowcountry Shrimp Pilaf

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How to Make Lowcountry Shrimp Pilaf

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper and 1/2 cup chopped onion to the pan.
  3. Sauté for 2 minutes, until slightly softened.
  4. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning.
  5. Sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  6. Add 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined), 1/4 cup dry white wine, and 1/4 cup clam juice.
  7. Bring to a boil.
  8. Stir in 1 cup long-grain rice. Cover the skillet and remove from heat.
  9. Let stand for 5 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
  10. Place the skillet over medium-high heat.
  11. Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme and 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes.
  12. Cook for 2 minutes, or until thoroughly heated through, stirring occasionally.
  13. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

4g

Carbs

14g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Healthy Main Dish Rice Seafood American Southern United States Easy Low Fat Shrimp Stove Top Creole Dietary Low Sodium Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Pasta Rice And Grains White Rice Shellfish Equipment