Garlic Shrimp with Red Beans and Rice
Ingredients
- For the garlic shrimp:
- 1 pouch (8.8 oz) Carolina® Ready-to-Heat Red Beans & Rice
- 1/2 lb (225 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2–3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- For the salad:
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced thin
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Optional: squeeze of lemon juice or vinegar
Instructions
Step 1
Gather sliced cucumber and halved cherry tomatoes in a small bowl. Add a pinch of salt, olive oil, and a splash of lemon juice or vinegar for seasoning, then set aside to marinate.
Step 2
In a skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Add lemon juice and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss to coat and remove from heat.
Step 3
Prepare the Carolina® Ready to Heat Red Beans & Rice according to package instructions—carefully open and fluff with a fork.
Step 4
Place a generous portion of Red Beans & Rice on one side of the plate. Add a serving of garlic shrimp next to it. Fill in with the fresh cucumber and cherry tomato salad for color and freshness. Optional: Garnish the shrimp with a sprinkle of chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Cooking Tips:
- For extra flavor, marinate shrimp in olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice for 10 minutes before cooking.
- Want it spicier? Add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne to the shrimp while cooking.
