RICE WITH CHORIZO, SHRIMP AND GREEN OLIVES

Steps:

• Heat a medium-sized enameled cast-iron dutch oven or skillet (or other heavy, good quality cookware) over medium-high heat.
• Add the chorizo and cook until they start to crisp, about 3 minutes or so.
• Add the shimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until white throughout - about 2-3 minutes. Do not overcook the shrimp!
• Use a slotted spoon transfer the chorizo and shrimp to a plate.
• Drain off all but 2 T. of the fat in the pan.
• Add the onion and garlic to the pan and cook over medium heat until tender, about 3 minutes.
• Add the water and rice and bring to a boil.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Cover and cook over low heat until the rice is just tender, about 18 minutes depending on your heat level.
• Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, until all of the water is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
• Gently fold in the chorizo, shrimp olives and parsley.
• Season with salt and pepper , to taste.
• Spoon the rice into shallow bowls and optionally serve with serve with lemon wedges and hot sauce.