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Cajun Prawn & Rice Bowl - american dinner recipe

Cajun Prawn & Rice Bowl

Juicy Cajun prawns, fluffy rice, and sweet peppers get tossed together with a buttery, smoky pan sauce and a squeeze of lemon for a colorful bowl that feels bold, fast, and seriously satisfying.

By Eatpace

Gluten-Free
Prep: 8 minCook: 20 min28 min total 4 servings Basic American

Ingredients

Servings:4
  • Jasmine Rice(250 g)
  • King Prawns(600 g)
  • Bell pepper(2)
  • Onion(1)
  • Garlic(3 cloves)
  • Butter(30 g)
  • Olive oil(1 tbsp)
  • Cajun Seasoning(2 tbsp)
  • Paprika(1 tsp)
  • Garlic powder(½ tsp)
  • Chicken Broth(500 ml)
  • Lemon(1)
  • Flat Leaf Parsley(15 g)optional
  • Salt(½ tsp)
  • Black pepper(½ tsp)

Method

  1. 1

    Rinse {Jasmine Rice}. Thinly slice the {Onion} and {Bell pepper}, mince the {Garlic}, chop the {Fresh parsley}, and toss the {Prawns} with {Cajun Seasoning}, {Black pepper}, and half the {Salt}.

    ~8 min

  2. 2

    Add the {Jasmine Rice}, {Chicken Broth}, {Paprika}, {Garlic powder}, and remaining {Salt} to a saucepan with 250ml water. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

    ~12 min

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, heat the {Olive oil} in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the {Prawns} for 2 minutes, stirring often, until pink and lightly golden in spots. Transfer to a plate.

    ~2 min

  4. 4

    In the same skillet, melt the {Butter}. Add the {Onion} and {Bell pepper} and cook until softened. Stir in the {Garlic} and cook for 1 minute more.

    ~4 min

  5. 5

    Add the cooked {Jasmine Rice} and {Prawns} to the skillet. Squeeze in half the {Lemon} and toss until everything is hot and glossy. Serve topped with {Fresh parsley} and the remaining {Lemon} cut into wedges.

    ~2 min

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Nutrition Facts

Per serving

478
Calories
35g
Protein
17g
Fat
43g
Carbs
3g
Fiber

Percent daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Dietary Profile
Gluten-Free
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