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Savor the Layers of Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Stack

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Stack made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Chopped parsley for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Prepare the rice by rinsing it under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil.
  3. Add the rinsed rice to the boiling broth, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  4. While the rice cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
  5. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
  6. In the same skillet, add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  7. Stir in the lemon juice, mixing well to coat the shrimp in the sauce.
  8. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and prepare to stack it.
  9. To serve, layer the rice, top it with the sautéed shrimp, and drizzle with the garlic butter sauce from the skillet.
  10. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving to add color and a fresh finish.