Cajun Shrimp and Rice

By jawilliams628

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 tbs extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails intact
• Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
• 4 plum tomatoes
• 2 bunches scallions, chopped
• 3 cups cooked white rice
• 3 tbs chopped fresh parsley
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Details

Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 40mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat the butter, olive oil and garlic in a large over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cajun seasoning and shrimp and cook, stirring, until the shrimp begain to curl, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.

2. 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 parsley and serve with lemon, if desired.