Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
12 unit

shrimp

shelled and deveined

1 tbsp

olive oil

0.5 unit

onion

chopped fine

0.5 tbsp

parsley

chopped

0.5 pinch

saffron

1 pinch

salt

0.5 tbsp

garlic

minced

0.25 cup

beer

0.5 cup

white rice

cooked

1 tsp

lemon & garlic seasoning

1 unit

chicken tender

cut into small pieces

Step 1
~5 min

In a medium mixing bowl, combine garlic, lemon & garlic seasoning, saffron, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.

Step 2
~5 min

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened (4-5 minutes).

Step 3
~5 min

Add the contents of the mixing bowl to the pan and stir. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 4
~5 min

Pour in beer, bring to a boil, and reduce for 2 minutes over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~5 min

Add shrimp, chicken, and chopped parsley to the pan.

Step 6
~5 min

Cook over medium heat until the chicken and shrimp are cooked through.

Step 7
~5 min

Serve hot over cooked white rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of saffron to your preference. A little goes a long way.

Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with roasted vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Asparagus
Garlic Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mozambique

Cultural Significance

Reflects the Portuguese influences on Mozambican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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