Garlic Butter Shrimp and Quinoa
A deliciously flavorful, quick, and easy weeknight meal!
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- ¾ cup (128 g) uncooked quinoa
- 1 pound (454 g) shrimp deveined and shells removed
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil chopped
Instructions
- In a medium pot, boil chicken stock or water and cook quinoa according to instructions on the package.3/4 cup uncooked quinoa
- In a small bowl, toss shrimp, salt, paprika and cornstarch together until lightly coated.1 pound shrimp, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat then with tongs, grab individual shrimp and shake off excess cornstarch. Add to skillet and sear on both sides then remove and place on a plate so you don't overcook the shrimp. It's okay if it's not fully cooked through. You will ensure it's completely cooked through shortly.4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Add garlic to skillet and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add shrimp back in and cook until cooked through.4 cloves garlic
- Fluff cooked quinoa and season with salt and pepper. Add basil, toss to incorporate, then divide evenly amongst bowls.Salt and pepper, Fresh basil
- Divide shrimp evenly on top of quinoa and serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 611 kcal | Carbohydrates: 50 g | Protein: 66 g | Fat: 27 g | Fiber: 5 g
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