Skinny Dirty Brown Rice With Shrimp

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 12
Skinny Dirty Brown Rice With Shrimp Recipe
in Rice

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups uncooked brown rice
1 cube Knorr chicken bouillon
2 bay leaves , divided use
1/8 teaspoon cayenne , divided use
1/4 teaspoon cayenne , divided use
1/8 teaspoon paprika , divided use
1/2 teaspoon paprika , divided use
1/8 teaspoon thyme , divided use
1/2 teaspoon thyme , divided use
1 teaspoon oil
1 onion , diced
2 celery ribs , diced
1 green bell pepper , diced
1 garlic clove , minced
1/2 lb lean ground beef
salt and fresh pepper , to taste
1 lb medium shrimp , peeled and deveined
2 scallions , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
347
Sugar
3g
Fat
6g
Dirty rice is a classic Cajun dish brought to America from West Africa. It's usually made with rice, meat, and spices, and often has chicken livers mixed in. This recipe is a healthier and lighter take on classic dirty rice. It's made with brown rice and lean ground beef. The shrimp adds a twist and it's perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner.

Instructions

1.Cook rice according to package directions with Knorr chicken bouillon, 1 bay leaf, 1/8 tsp cayenne, 1/4 tsp cayenne, 1/8 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/8 tsp thyme and 1/2 tsp thyme.
2.In a large skillet, heat oil and sauté onions, celery, bell pepper and garlic for 3-5 minutes over medium-high heat, until they are tender.
3.Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up as it cooks, for about 5-7 minutes until it's browned and no longer pink.
4.Add the remaining bay leaf and lower the heat to medium-low and allow to simmer for about 5 minutes.
5.Add shrimp and cook for 3-5 minutes or until just cooked through.
6.Discard the bay leaves and top with scallions.

PROS

This recipe is a healthier version of dirty rice, with lean ground beef and brown rice instead of white rice.

With 25 grams of protein per serving, it’s a great source of lean protein.

CONS

It has a relatively high sodium content with chicken bouillon and salt.

For people with shellfish allergies, it might not be a suitable recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is loaded with lean protein and natural fiber in brown rice.
Shrimp has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It has a high content of tryptophan that relaxes the mind and helps with sleep. It contains omega-3 fatty acids that are vital for the brain and heart.
Celery is a great source of vitamin K which is necessary for strong bones.

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