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Creole Creamy Shrimp with Thyme over Buttery Rice
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Creole Creamy Shrimp with Thyme over Buttery Rice

45 minServes 3Nutri-Score C€€
from @foodie_mette18 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

3 people
  • shrimp (peeled)Fish330 g
  • smoked paprika (for the shrimp)Spices2 pieces
  • cayenne pepper (or chili flakes, to taste)Spices1 piece
  • garlic powder (for the shrimp)Spices1 piece
  • onion powder (for the shrimp)Spices0.5 pieces
  • dried thymeSpices0.5 pieces
  • salt (to taste)Spices1 piece
  • black pepper (to taste)Spices1 piece
  • olive oil (for the shrimp and the sauce)Pantry30 ml
  • onion (small, finely chopped)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (cloves, minced)Produce4 pieces
  • garlic powder (for the sauce)Spices1 piece
  • onion powder (for the sauce)Spices0.5 pieces
  • paprikaSpices1.5 pieces
  • cayenne pepper (to taste, for the sauce)Spices1 piece
  • fresh thyme (sprigs, leaves picked)Produce4 pieces
  • tomato pastePantry10 g
  • cherry tomatoes (diced)Produce150 g
  • heavy creamDairy300 ml
  • butter (for the sauce and the rice)Dairy30 g
  • sugar (optional, tiny pinch)Pantry2 g
  • chicken stock (a splash)Pantry50 ml
  • cooked riceGrains450 g

per serving

Nutrition

592kcal

Carbs
43 g
Proteins
26 g
Fat
35 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl

step by step

Method

  1. Season the shrimp

    • Toss the shrimp with smoked paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, pepper and olive oil.
    • Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
    Step 1

  2. Sear the shrimp

    • Heat a pan with olive oil over high heat.
    • Sear the shrimp for 1 to 1½ minutes per side until charred.
    • Remove and set aside.
    Step 2

  3. Cook the rice

    • Cook the rice as usual.
    • Mix with butter and salt until fluffy and glossy, then set aside.
    Step 3

  4. Build the base

    • In the same pan, melt the butter.
    • Add the onion and cook until soft.
    • Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
    Step 4

  5. Make the tomato base

    • Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
    • Add the cherry tomatoes, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, fresh thyme and the optional sugar.
    • Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until thick, then add a splash of chicken stock.
    Step 5

  6. Add the cream

    • Lower the heat and stir in the cream.
    • Simmer until slightly thick and glossy.
    • Adjust the seasoning if needed.
    Step 6

  7. Finish the shrimp

    • Return the shrimp to the pan and toss for 1 minute until coated.
    • Stir in fresh thyme.
    Step 7

  8. Assemble and serve

    • Spoon the rice into bowls.
    • Top with the creamy shrimp and sauce.
    • Finish with extra fresh thyme.
    Step 8
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