Basmati rice with grilled prawns and peppers

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Basmati rice with grilled prawns and peppers
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  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Prep time: 30 min
  • Cook time: 45 min
  • Serving: 4

PRESENTATION

Basmati rice with grilled prawns and bell peppers—seriously good stuff—brings a ton of fresh flavor and color to the table, especially when you're looking for something a bit different from your usual rice salad. And look, this seafood rice dish gets a boost from the sweet crunch of seasonal peppers and the bright pop of lime that goes over the tender prawns as they grill. Unlike the classic rice salad, which can get a little old after a few picnics, this one mixes things up with an international twist. It feels super light and zesty—exactly what you'd want on a hot summer day. Plus, sautéed vegetables add a nice bit of moist texture, and the aroma from the pan—seriously, you'll love it—is enough to make you hungry before you even sit down. People really, really like how the flavors bounce off each other—there's a bit of tangy citrus, the mellow nuttiness from the basmati rice, and a gentle char from the prawns and peppers, all working together.

Some folks say this sort of shrimp and rice recipe is just made for those long summer evenings, when you want something light but also filling. There are plenty of ways to make it your own, depending on what vegetables you have from the farmer’s market or what’s in season. It’s the kind of easy seafood dinner that can go from a casual family meal to something a little more impressive for friends. The combo of sweet peppers and juicy grilled prawns just pops with that squeeze of lime—so, so good—making each bite super colorful. With the crispy edges on the prawns and the fluffy rice underneath, every forkful feels like a celebration of summer produce and fresh seafood. And, while it’s not your typical Mediterranean rice dish, the flavors work so well together, you'll probably end up making this again and again. Here's the deal: when you want a break from the same old stuff, this dish captures the heart of sunny days—just makes people want to dig in and enjoy. It's a perfect addition to any summer menu, for sure.

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INGREDIENTS

Basmati rice 1 ½ cup (320 g)
Red peppers 3.4 cups (500 g)
Cherry tomatoes 2 cups (300 g)
Leeks 2 ¼ cups (200 g)
Cashews 0.3 cup (60 g)
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
Fine salt to taste
for the prawns
Shrimps 12
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
Fine salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Lime 1
Marjoram to taste
Preparation

How to prepare Basmati rice with grilled prawns and peppers

To prepare the basmati rice with grilled prawns and peppers, first clean the prawns. Remove the head, shell, and extract the intestine, which is the black filament on the back 1. In a baking dish, place the prawns, lime zest 2, salt, pepper, marjoram leaves, and also the oil 3. Mix and let marinate in the fridge just enough time to prepare the rest.

Cut the leek into very thin rings 4. Also cut the peppers into cubes about 1 inch 5. Also cut the yellow cherry tomatoes in half 6.

In a large pan, pour a drizzle of oil, add the leek, and stew for about 5 minutes over medium-high heat. Then add the peppers 7 and continue cooking all together for about 15 minutes 8. Add the cherry tomatoes 9 and continue cooking for another 10-15 minutes.

Season with salt, pepper, and marjoram leaves 10. Toast the cashews in a pan 11. Now boil the basmati rice in salted water for the time indicated on the package 12.

Drain 13 and dress with a drizzle of oil 14. Set aside. Grill the prawns on a grill for 3 minutes on each side 15.

They should be golden 16. Serve the rice with the vegetables, grilled prawns, toasted cashews 17, some marjoram leaves, and slices of lime 18.

Storage

Basmati rice with grilled prawns and peppers can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days. We don't recommend freezing it.

Tip

You can replace the lime with lemon zest. This dish will be excellent both cold and warm.

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