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Peruvian Seafood Rice

Shrimp and mussels over cilantro-lime rice, cooked in one skillet with a bright, aromatic broth. Ready in 20 minutes with serious restaurant vibes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
485
Protein
32g
Peruvian Seafood Rice
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  2. Step 2

    Add rice and stir for 2 minutes until lightly toasted and fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in ají amarillo paste, then pour in broth and bring to a boil.

  4. Step 4

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes until rice is almost tender.

  5. Step 5

    Nestle shrimp and mussels into the rice, cover, and cook 3 minutes until shrimp turns opaque and mussels open.

  6. Step 6

    Fold in cilantro and lime juice, squeeze lime zest over top, and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet with lid (12-inch)
  • wooden spoon
  • microplane or zester
  • fork or tongs

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