Bahamian Curry Shrimp And Rice
This Bahamian Curry Shrimp and Rice recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with aromatic spices and fluffy rice. It's a perfect meal for a taste of the Bahamas right in your own home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups white rice
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the curry powder, thyme, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the diced tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- While the rice is cooking, season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
- In a separate pan, heat a little oil over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and gently fold in the cooked shrimp.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the Bahamian Curry Shrimp and Rice hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Large pot Frying pan Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons Wooden spoon
Tools
Cooking pot Frying pan Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons Wooden spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the Bahamian Curry Shrimp and Rice with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For added flavor, you can squeeze some fresh lime juice over the dish before serving.
Cost
$20