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Spanish-Style Roasted Red Pepper and Paprika Prawn Rice delights with easy steps!

A delightful Spanish-style dish featuring roasted red peppers and prawns, perfect for a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 large red bell pepper roasted and chopped
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet or paella pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the smoked paprika and sweet paprika, stirring well to combine.
  4. Pour in the rice and stir to coat it with the onion and spice mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to toast slightly.
  5. Add the roasted red pepper and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  6. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, gently fold in the shrimp, cover, and allow them to cook until they turn pink and opaque.
  7. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes when sautéing the onions.
  • You can substitute the shrimp with chicken or tofu for a different protein option.

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