Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Stack is a stunning dish that combines succulent shrimp sautéed in rich garlic butter, layered over fluffy rice, creating a feast for both the eyes and the palate. This vibrant meal brings together irresistible flavors and elegant presentation, making it perfect for impressing guests or enjoying with family on a cozy night. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is not only quick but also versatile—allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices. Each bite of this delightful stack promises a burst of flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (fresh or thawed)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- Fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather ingredients and peel/devein shrimp if necessary.
- Cook rice according to package instructions; set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter until foamy.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, cooking for 3-5 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Layer cooked rice on serving plates, top with shrimp, and drizzle remaining garlic butter over each dish.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra nutrition.
- For added heat, try incorporating chili flakes into the garlic butter.
- This dish is perfect for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 564
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 627mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 180mg