Persian shrimp and rice is so tasty, healthy and flavorful. With lots of herbs and spices, this is an easy recipe for a happy family dinner. Sneak in whole grains while keeping it tempting! Persian shrimp rice, also known as Meygoo polo is a perfectly flavored rice with plump shrimp, fluffy rice, herbs and spices. It is the combination of the herbs and spices that give this dish its distinct taste.
Ingredients:
- Rice (white basmati, brown basmati), Quinoa (can substitute with rice)
- Shrimp (jumbo variety will work well)
- Onions, Garlic, Red bell pepper
- Spices - curry powder (mixed spices), red pepper flakes, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, saffron (suggested)
- Herbs - cilantro, dill, green onions, fenugreek leaves
- Lemon juice, Oil and salt
How to Make It?
- Cook the rice and quinoa together in lightly salted water with some oil.
- Sauté onions, garlic, sliced bell pepper. Add shrimp and sauté.
- Add all spices, herbs and some salt.
- Pick out the shrimp and set aside.
- Layer the rice-quinoa with sautéed vegetables. Sprinkle oil, saffron water, lemon juice and steam it all together.
- Serve the rice with shrimp arranged on the top.
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