Garlic Butter Shrimp Broccoli Rice (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Shrimp Preparation

01 - 700 g medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2.5 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 - 2 teaspoons onion powder
07 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
08 - Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
09 - 60 ml vegetable stock
10 - 1 or 2 shallots, finely sliced
11 - 0.5 teaspoon crushed chili pepper flakes (optional)

→ Broccoli Rice

12 - 2 cups long-grain white rice
13 - 1 head broccoli, rinsed and cut into small florets
14 - 0.5 tablespoon unsalted butter

# Instructions:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the finely sliced shallots and season lightly. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until translucent. Transfer shallots to a small bowl and reserve.
02 - In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1.5 tablespoons butter. Add the shrimp, seasoning with salt and freshly cracked pepper. Fry for 1–2 minutes on one side until opaque.
03 - Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, onion powder, and optional chili flakes to the shrimp. Stir and flip the shrimp, cooking for 1 minute on the opposite side. Pour in 60 ml vegetable stock and allow the sauce to reduce for 1 minute while avoiding overcooking. Top with reserved sautéed shallots and set aside.
04 - Cook rice in a saucepan according to package instructions. Two minutes before completion, scatter broccoli florets over the rice to steam. Once cooked, incorporate 0.5 tablespoon butter and toss until evenly combined.
05 - Plate the broccoli rice and arrange the garlic butter shrimp and shallots on top. Serve immediately, optionally pairing with a glass of dry white wine.

# Notes:

01 - Do not overcook the shrimp; remove from heat as soon as they turn pink to maintain tenderness.
02 - For a lighter variation, substitute brown rice for white rice.