Garlic Butter Shrimp with Steamed Rice & Mixed Vegetables
Enjoy flavorful Garlic Butter Shrimp with Steamed Rice & Mixed Vegetables! Quick, healthy meal perfect for busy nights. Try this recipe today!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing/Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
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- 200g shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup white rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cauliflower florets
- 1 cup diced carrots
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil, add rice and salt. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Steam broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots for 5-6 minutes until tender-crisp; toss with butter or olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Serve by arranging rice, shrimp, and vegetables on a plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg