Cooking a flavorful and colorful yellow rice dish with the goodness of fresh vegetables and succulent shrimp can be a delightful culinary experience. This dish, often known as "yellow rice with vegetables and shrimp," is a harmonious blend of aromatic ingredients, vibrant colors, and enticing flavors. The vibrant yellow color comes from the use of turmeric or saffron, adding both visual appeal and a distinct flavor. The vegetables, such as carrots, peas, and bell peppers, bring a delightful crunch and freshness. And the inclusion of shrimp adds a tender, juicy, and subtly sweet seafood element that complements the other ingredients perfectly. This dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, sure to tantalize your taste buds and make every bite a memorable one.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
YELLOW RICE WITH VEGETABLES AND SHRIMP
Make and share this Yellow Rice With Vegetables and Shrimp recipe from Food.com.
Provided by loveleesmile
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan; add rice and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly golden, stirring frequently.
- Stir in chicken broth, TABASCO® Pepper Sauce, and turmeric; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer about 15 minutes or until most of the broth is absorbed.
- Stir in peas, green onions, tomato, olives and shrimp; cover and simmer for another 5 minutes or until rice is done.
FILIPINO YELLOW RICE WITH SHRIMP AND CHORIZO
Unlike many yellow rice recipes, this one - influenced by Spain's colonization of the Philippines - is a main course, similar to paella. I usually make it with jasmine rice, which is all about texture (slightly sticky and soft, yet firm enough to hold its shape) and smell (slight, but distinct floral notes). That said, I have substituted extra-long grain rice, the classic choice for Mexican- and Puerto Rican-style yellow rice, with good results. The shrimp and/or chorizo can be swapped with other quick-cooking proteins or vegetables. Use only vegetables and vegetable stock if you want to make the dish vegetarian.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine the broth and saffron in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. When the liquid boils, stir it, remove the pan from the heat and allow the saffron to steep while you continue with the recipe.
- Add the peppers, chiles, garlic, onions and cilantro to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Reserve 3/4 cup of the sofrito for the rice and refrigerate or freeze the remainder for another use (see Cook's Note).
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a 5-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the shrimp with the paprika and some salt and pepper. Add the shrimp to the pan and sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and set aside; reserve the pan.
- Lower the heat to medium low, then add the chorizo and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan. Cook, stirring, until the fat rendered from the chorizo turns bright orange, 2 to 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chorizo to the plate with the shrimp; reserve the pan.
- Add the rice to the pan and toast, stirring, until the rice turns orange from the rendered fat and begins to look opaque and chalky, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the reserved sofrito and cook, stirring, for about 3 minutes. Add the wine, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. Add the capers, brine and 2 teaspoons salt.
- Stir in the saffron-infused chicken broth, then allow the rice to cook, undisturbed, until the surface pokes up slightly and little bubble "dimples" begin to form in the center, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir the rice, then flatten the top to allow the rice to cook evenly. Cover the pan, lower the heat to low and cook for 25 minutes without removing the lid (trust the process).
- Remove from the heat and fluff the rice with a fork. Fold in the reserved shrimp and chorizo and the vinegar. Allow to sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.
SHRIMP AND PEPPERS W/YELLOW RICE
Make and share this Shrimp and Peppers W/Yellow Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Hippie2MARS
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Saute vegetables in the butter until crisp-tender.
- Add the frozen shrimp and seasoning, and continue to saute with vegetables until the shrimp turns pink.
- Add the rice and heat through.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.6, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 69, Sodium 302.2, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 7.4
YELLOW RICE WITH VEGETABLES
Spanish yellow rice with fresh veggies that everyone loves.
Provided by Angie Duffy Hernandez
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, carrot, broccoli, red bell pepper, and garlic in hot oil until garlic just begins to brown, about 5 minutes.
- Pour vegetable broth into the saucepan; add rice, sazon seasoning, and adobo seasoning and stir. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 25 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 1243.9 mg, Sugar 3 g
EASY SHRIMP VEGETABLE STIR FRY
Sweet caramelized shrimp and veggies served over a fluffy bed of brown rice makes for an easy and crowd pleasing meal!
Provided by SaraJ
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Stir the rice and 1 3/4 cup water together in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover, and cook in the microwave on High for 8 minutes until the water is fully absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Whisk together the soy sauce, water, honey, cider vinegar, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Set the sauce aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and cook for 10 seconds. Add the broccoli, carrots, onion, and black pepper; cook and stir until the broccoli and carrots are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
- Return the skillet to the heat and pour in the sauce mixture; cook for 1 minute. Add the shrimp to the sauce and stir until the shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center and the sauce thickens, about 3 minutes. Stir the vegetables back into the pan and serve over the brown rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1135.1 mg, Sugar 14.2 g
MEDITERRANEAN YELLOW RICE AND VEGETABLES
A quick and easy way to cook the most flavorsome yellow rice and the best-ever vegetables.
Provided by sasa
Categories Rice Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Pour the vegetable broth, chicken broth, and pineapple juice into a large saucepan, and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the brown rice, raisins, turmeric, and cumin, bring back to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, about 10 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the onion, zucchini, mushrooms, red and yellow pepper for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables have softened.
- While the vegetables are cooking, stir together honey, 1 tablespoon of oil, lemon juice, ginger, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir honey mixture, cooked vegetables, and pineapple into the cooked rice, bring the mixture back to a boil, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.2 calories, Carbohydrate 66.5 g, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 169.7 mg, Sugar 27.1 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, succulent shrimp, and fragrant rice will make all the difference in the final dish.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the vegetables and shrimp, make sure to give them enough space so they can cook evenly and not steam.
- Season to taste: Taste the rice and vegetables as you cook and adjust the seasonings accordingly. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or other spices to your liking.
- Let the rice rest before serving: Once the rice is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before fluffing it with a fork. This will help the rice grains separate and prevent them from sticking together.
Conclusion:
Yellow rice with vegetables and shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its vibrant colors and flavorful ingredients, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give this one a try!
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