30-Minute Lemony Shrimp & Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

• 1-pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, grated
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2-4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley or finely chopped scallions
• Feta cheese
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the rice 4-5 times in cool water...: Rinse the rice 4-5 times in cool water until the water runs clear. Soak in the water for 15 minutes.

2. 2

   If using frozen shrimp, drain all of the...: If using frozen shrimp, drain all of the liquid when they thaw out and pat dry with paper towels.

3. 3

   Lightly season the shrimp with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Melt the butter over medium-high heat and add...: Melt the butter over medium-high heat and add the shrimp to a pot. Cook until pink. 3-4 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside in a bowl/plate.

5. 5

   Add the onion to the pot along with...: Add the onion to the pot along with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and cook over medium heat until soft and golden. 6-8 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the grated garlic and warm through for...: Add the grated garlic and warm through for 30 seconds.

7. 7

   Drain the water from the rice and add...: Drain the water from the rice and add to the pot along with the lemon zest, juice, 1 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and a cup of water. Mix and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with the lid and simmer for 12 minutes.

8. 8

   Add the shrimp back to the pot and...: Add the shrimp back to the pot and gently fold it into the rice. Simmer 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Garnish with parsley or with thinly sliced scallions...: Garnish with parsley or with thinly sliced scallions and serve with feta cheese and lemon wedges.

10. 10

    Enjoy!