Best Shrimp And Rice Stew Recipes

SHRIMP AND RICE STEW

Steps:

• Cut shrimp in half lengthwise. Cut shrimp pieces in half crosswise, and place in a large bowl. Cut chicken into 2-inch-wide strips, and add to bowl. Sprinkle.
• with salt, and toss to coat. Let stand 10 minutes; rinse well. Add shallots, fish sauce, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; stir to combine. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
• Place rice in a mini food processor. Process until rice is broken into very small pieces, about 2 minutes. (This also can be done in a spice grinder or coffee mill in 2 batches.) Set aside.
• Place oil, ginger, and garlic in a large Dutch oven; cook over medium, stirring often, until fragrant and beginning to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Add shrimp and chicken mixture and any accumulated juices; cook, stirring often, until shrimp turn pink, 5 to 6 minutes.+.
• Stir in rice. Gradually stir in 8 cups water. Cover and increase heat to high.Bring to a boil, and cook 6 to 7 minutes. Uncover and reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring often, until rice is tender and liquid is thickened, 18 to 20 minutes. Stir in bok choy, peas, and scallions; cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cilantro, mint, lime juice, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper.

CAJUN SHRIMP AND RICE

Steps:

• Heat the butter, olive oil and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the Cajun seasoning and shrimp and cook, stirring, until the shrimp begin to curl, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.
• Add the tomatoes and scallions to the skillet and cook, stirring, about 1 minute. Add the rice and 1/4 cup water and continue to cook until the rice is warmed through and the shrimp are opaque, about 3 more minutes. Stir in the parsley and serve with lemon, if desired.
• Per serving: Calories 357; Fat 11 g (Saturated 3 g); Cholesterol 176 mg; Sodium 537 mg; Carbohydrate 40 g; Fiber 3 g; Protein 23 g

ASIAN SHRIMP STEW WITH STEAMED RICE

Steps:

• Cook rice according to package instructions; set aside, covered. Meanwhile, place cornstarch in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in coconut milk, sugar, and 1 cup water; set aside.
• In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add bell peppers, onion, garlic, ginger, red-pepper flakes, and scallion whites; season with salt. Cook, tossing frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
• Add coconut-milk mixture to skillet; raise heat to medium-high. Boil, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Add shrimp, and cook just until opaque, 3 to 4 minutes. If necessary, adjust consistency of stew with a little bit of water; season with vinegar and salt to taste.
• Fluff rice gently with a fork. Serve shrimp stew over rice, garnished with scallion greens.