Curried Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice
Ever since I moved from New York to Pennsylvania and began enduring my epic daily commute through three states, people have been inquiring after my mental well-being. Once I've convinced them that I haven't sustained a major blow to the head, they want to know how I manage to have time to "do everything".
The truth is... I don't.
As much as I would like to admit that I'm capable of plowing through my ever-growing to-do list without sacrificing my sanity, I'm becoming more and more aware of the fact that there are a limited number of hours in the day that are truly mine.
Plus, it's a myth that I can "get so much done" while on the bus.
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Curried Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice
The foodie side of me is suffering from the lack of time (and energy) to cook the way I'd like when I get home from work. Now, more than ever, it's useful for me to find meals that are quick to prepare so Stephen and I aren't eating dinner too late. It's become a game to see if I can get home from the bus station and have dinner ready before 9pm.
Sometimes, I'm successful. Here's a meal that doesn't take long to get on the table -- Curried Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice. I adapted the recipe from one I found in Robin Miller's Quick Fix Meals, and it was an instant winner with Stephen.
Fiancé-approved? I'll take it!
Curried Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice
The foodie side of me is suffering from the lack of time (and energy) to cook the way I'd like when I get home from work. Now, more than ever, it's useful for me to find meals that are quick to prepare so Stephen and I aren't eating dinner too late. It's become a game to see if I can get home from the bus station and have dinner ready before 9pm.
Sometimes, I'm successful. Here's a meal that doesn't take long to get on the table -- Curried Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice. I adapted the recipe from one I found in Robin Miller's Quick Fix Meals, and it was an instant winner with Stephen.
Fiancé-approved? I'll take it!
Curried Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice
INGREDIENTS
For the rice:
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- Salt, to taste
For the shrimp:
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup sweet yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 cup fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
For the rice:
- Add water and rice to a medium pan and cook rice according to package directions.
- Once the rice is cooked, add the lime juice, cilantro, and salt, to taste. Stir gently to combine. Keep rice warm while you prepare the shrimp.
For the shrimp:
- Heat the oil in a large skill over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes.
- Add the curry powder and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the shrimp and lime juice and simmer until the shrimp are bright pink and cooked through, about 3 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the Greek yogurt and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.