Shrimp Rice Pilaf

Rices, Seafood, Side Dishes

Ingredients

2 cloves garlic minced

1 lb. shrimp peeled and deveined (500 g)

1 cup long-grain rice

(250 mL)

2 cups chicken stock

(500 mL)

3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (50 mL)

Directions

In large saucepan, melt 3 tbsp (50 mL) unsalted butter; cook garlic over medium heat until tender and fragrant, about 1 min. Do not brown.


Add shrimp to saucepan and mix well; stir in rice. Pour in stock and bring to boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer gently for 20 to 25 min or until liquid is absorbed. (If using commercial stock, do not season during cooking. If using homemade unseasoned stock, season a little during cooking and then adjust if necessary when rice is done.) stir in dill; season with salt and pepper to taste if necessary.