Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
3 cup

rice

cooked

4 tbsp

olive oil

2 unit

onions

sliced

0.5 cup

celery

diced

1 tsp

sweet basil

chopped

32 unit

diced tomatoes

canned

2 cup

peas

cooked

2 cup

shrimp

boiled

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

Step 1
~4 min

Slice the onions and dice the celery.

Step 2
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Saute the sliced onions and diced celery in the olive oil until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4
~4 min

Add the diced tomatoes, chopped sweet basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet.

Step 5
~4 min

Stir well to combine.

Step 6
~4 min

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7
~4 min

Add the cooked peas and boiled shrimp to the skillet.

Step 8
~4 min

Stir gently to incorporate the peas and shrimp into the tomato sauce.

Step 9
~4 min

Cover the skillet and heat through, about 5-10 minutes.

Step 10
~4 min

Place 1 1/2 cups of hot cooked rice on each heated plate.

Step 11
~4 min

Top the rice with the shrimp mixture.

Step 12
~4 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of white wine while sauteing the onions and celery for extra flavor.

Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.

Adjust seasonings to taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1 day ahead, flavors improve

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 of crusty bread.

Pair with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Green salad with vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy/Italian-American

Cultural Significance

A comforting and flavorful dish often shared with family.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual gatherings
Weeknight dinners

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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