There are so many different options available for dinner but sometimes, we just want to have something that is delicious and light. In addition, we may be looking for something that we can put together quickly because not all of us have a long evening to spend standing at the stove to get dinner ready. Fortunately, this recipe brings it all together nicely.
The recipe is for cilantro lime black bean shrimp and rice. It is a rather long name, but it is perfectly descriptive of the food you are about to eat. If you’re ready to take dinner to the next level and want your family to enjoy coming to the dinner table again, this is the recipe for you. It is perfect for a busy day but it is also ideal for the weekends, when you want to relax and unwind over a great meal.
Ingredients:
Shrimp
2 tbsp olive oil
1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and devined
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Rice
2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/2 cup water
1 cup uncooked Jasmine rice
1/4 tsp salt
2 tbsp lime juice
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed, drained
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions:
Heat oil in a skillet, adding in the garlic with the shrimp.
Spread out evenly in your pan.
Add red pepper flakes and salt, and stir in with shrimp so they are all lightly coated.
Cook for roughly 3-4 minutes or until pink in color, then remove from heat.
Using the same skillet, add in water, broth, rice and salt, stirring until it is all mixed.
Cover and let cook for 15 minutes.
Now, add in your lime juice, black beans, cilantro, and shrimp to the rice.
Stir it all together and serve!