Seared Shrimp, Peas and Yellow Rice

Name: Seared Shrimp, Peas and Yellow Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American,
Ingredients: 2 tbsps oil divided; 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined; 2 1/2 cups water; 2 tbsps butter; 1 package ZATARAIN'S® Yellow Rice; 3/4 cup frozen peas thawed; 1/4 cup sliced green onions; 1 tbsp lemon juice

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.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons oil, divided
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons butter
1 package Zatarain's® Yellow Rice Mix
3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1 tablespoon lemon juice

INSTRUCTIONS

1 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
2 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
3 Stir in shrimp, peas, green onions and lemon juice until well mixed. Cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes before serving