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Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Bowls have emerged as a favorite for home cooks looking to create a meal that balances flavor, nutrition, and convenience. This dish is designed to please both the palate and the schedule, making it an appealing choice whether you are planning a busy weeknight dinner or a special gathering with friends and family. The star of this dish—the shrimp—simmers in a rich garlic butter sauce that infuses each bite with an irresistible flavor profile. When paired with fluffy jasmine rice, it creates a comforting base that invites a range of toppings, allowing you to customize your meal to your liking.

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Bowls

Discover the joy of cooking with Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Bowls, a perfect blend of flavor and convenience. This dish features succulent shrimp simmered in a rich garlic butter sauce served over fluffy jasmine rice. It's quick to prepare and offers endless topping options, allowing you to personalize each bowl with fresh vegetables, herbs, and zesty citrus. Elevate busy weeknight dinners or impress guests with this healthy and satisfying meal that’s sure to delight everyone.
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Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Butter Shrimp:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

5 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Juice of 1 lemon

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Rice:

1 cup jasmine rice

2 cups vegetable broth or water

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

For Toppings:

1 cup steamed broccoli florets (optional)

½ avocado, sliced (optional)

Sliced green onions (for garnish)

Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions
 

Cook the Rice:

    - In a medium saucepan, rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps the rice cook more evenly.

      - Add the rice, vegetable broth (or water), olive oil, and salt to the pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

        - Once cooked, fluff with a fork and set aside.

          Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce:

            - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

              Cook the Shrimp:

                - Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

                  - Pour in the lemon juice and toss to coat the shrimp in the garlic butter sauce. Remove from heat.

                    Assemble the Bowls:

                      - Divide the cooked jasmine rice among serving bowls. Top with the garlic butter shrimp.

                        - Garnish with chopped parsley, steamed broccoli, avocado slices, and sliced green onions. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra zing.

                          Enjoy Your Meal:

                            - Serve warm and delight in the delicious flavors of garlic butter shrimp served on a bed of fluffy rice!

                              Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4