Seared Shrimp, Peas and Yellow Rice

Name: Seared Shrimp, Peas and Yellow Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil, divided; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 1/2 cups water; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 (7 ounce) package ZATARAIN'S® Yellow Rice; 3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed; 1/4 cup sliced green onion; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Submitted by Zatarains

"Pair Zatarain’s Yellow Rice with tender, seared shrimp and sweet green peas for a tasteful dish that’s perfect for lunch and dinner. Your family will love the flavor and you’ll love that it’s ready in 35 minutes."

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Ready In:: 50mins
Ingredients:: 8
Serves:: 6

ingredients

2 tablespoons oil, divided
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 ¹⁄₂ cups water
2 tablespoons butter
1 (7 ounce) package ZATARAIN'S® Yellow Rice
³⁄₄ cup frozen peas, thawed
¹⁄₄ cup sliced green onion
1 tablespoon lemon juice

directions

Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add 1/3 the shrimp; cook 2 minutes or until browned on both sides. Remove shrimp from skillet. Repeat with remaining shrimp, adding remaining 1 tablespoon oil as needed. Remove shrimp; set aside.
Add water and butter to same skillet; bring to boil. Stir in Rice Mix; return to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 25 minutes or until rice is tender.
Stir in shrimp, peas, green onions and lemon juice until well mixed. Cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.