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One-Pot Cajun Shrimp and Rice

"This One-Pot Cajun Shrimp and Rice recipe is spicy, satisfying and perfect for busy weeknights! Ready to eat in just 30 minutes."
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 2 stalks CELERY diced
  • 1 green bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • In a medium pot, heat oil and butter over medium heat.
  • Add onion, celery and bell pepper. Sauté for 4 - 5 minutes until softened.
  • Add garlic, paprika, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in rice and broth. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Increase heat to high and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook for about 10 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed and the rice is almost cooked through.
  • Stir in the shrimp. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes until shrimp is pink and opaque. Stir in the lemon juice and serve.

Notes

Recipe and photo courtesy of Everyday Easy Eats.
Keyword cajun, easy, One-Pot, recipe, rice, shrimp, summer
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