Shrimp Rice Pilaf

This is a very easy dish that I quite often make using leftover cocktail shrimp after a party! This dish can also be made with ham or a combination of shrimp and ham. Serve with a vegetable salad to complete the meal.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1  cup long-grain rice
• 2  cups  chicken stock
• 3  tablespoons  chopped fresh dill
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; cook garlic until tender and fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute.
2. Add shrimp and mix well; stir in rice.
3. Pour in stock and bring to a boil; cover.
4. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 20 to 25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
5. Stir in dill; season with salt and pepper to taste.