A favorite recipe that was given to me by my husband's Aunt, was her Spicy Shrimp dish over rice that we fell in love with the first time we had it. It became a family favorite and it's very creamy, spicy and filling. It great to serve on a cold evening when you just need that extra something to warm you up a little bit. It's very quick to make and many changes can be made to personalize the dish to your families tastes.
What is needed?
1 T Chopped Onion
2-3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 green pepper
1 box of sliced mushrooms
2 T Butter or margarine
1/4 t salt
1/4 t red pepper
1/4 t white pepper
1/4 t red pepper flakes
1/4 t black pepper
1 1/2 c Heavy whipping cream (or for those trying to eat lighter 11/2 c fat-free half and half)
4 T grated Parmesan cheese
4 T Ketchup (I prefer Heinz)
1 1/2 lbs of Shrimp
Rice - 3 Cups made as directed by package
Optional additions -- Canned Clams, Canned Crab, Canned baby shrimps (Turns it into Spicy Seafood over Rice) For more spice - add a jalapeno or two with the other vegetables.
In a medium saucepan, saute onions, garlic, mushrooms and green pepper in the butter. Add the salt and 4 pepper seasonings Stir in the whipping cream, parmesan cheese and ketchup. Bring to a slow boil, whisking occasionally. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, until it starts to thicken. Add your shrimp (other seafoods, if you like) and serve over hot cooked rice.
This recipe is great served with a Parmesan Garlic toasted loaf of bread or garlic bread sticks and a side salad with your favorite dressing. Try a nice Pinot Grigio to go along with theme.
Enjoy and Cook on!
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