Description
Honey Turmeric Shrimp with Rice is a vibrant, flavorful, and healthy dish combining the warm, earthy notes of turmeric with the natural sweetness of honey and tender shrimp, served over fluffy rice. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrition, this colorful meal is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or any occasion that calls for a delicious, wholesome dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 lb fresh or frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Cooking
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Rice
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice (or preferred rice)
- Water, as per rice cooking instructions
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Cook the jasmine or basmati rice according to package instructions until fluffy and fragrant. While the rice cooks, prepare the shrimp to save time.
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine shrimp, turmeric powder, minced garlic, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let marinate for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Sauté the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. The honey will thicken slightly, creating a glossy, flavorful coating.
- Combine and Serve: Serve the cooked shrimp over the warm rice. Drizzle any remaining pan sauce on top for extra flavor. Garnish with fresh herbs or lemon wedges to brighten the dish.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for best texture and flavor; frozen shrimp should be fully thawed and patted dry before marinating.
- Do not overcook the shrimp; remove them from heat as soon as they turn pink to avoid rubberiness.
- Adjust the amount of honey to control sweetness and balance the glaze.
- Lightly toasting turmeric in the pan before adding shrimp enhances its earthy flavor.
- Fluff the rice with a fork before serving to create the perfect base for the shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg
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