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Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice Bowl with Fresh Herbs

Close-up of a Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice Bowl featuring plump shrimp coated in sauce and fresh herbs over white rice.
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Prepare a fast and flavorful shrimp rice bowl featuring shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce and finished with fresh herbs.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice (Jasmine or Basmati recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, snipped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package directions. Keep warm.
  2. Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant; do not let the garlic brown.
  5. Pour in the white wine or broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 1 minute until slightly reduced.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet. Add the lemon juice and toss to coat the shrimp in the sauce. Cook for 1 more minute.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the chopped parsley and chives.
  8. Divide the cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with the garlic butter shrimp and spoon any remaining sauce over the top.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh, high-quality garlic.
  • You can substitute cilantro for chives if you prefer a different fresh herb flavor.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp; they cook very quickly in the butter sauce.

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