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Garam Sauteed Shrimp and Zucchini with Spiced Rice

3.4

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This dish features garam masala, a flavorful blend of roasted and ground spices used in Indian cuisine and now available in the spice section of most supermarkets. Accompany the shrimp with bottled tomato chutney or fruit chutney and a basket of warm flatbread. A mango smoothie with a plate of coconut macaroons is the perfect dessert.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 2 servings; can be doubled

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
1 teaspoon garam masala seasoning
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 6.3-ounce package garlic and herb rice pilaf, cooked according to package instructions

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Toss first 3 ingredients in bowl to blend. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Melt butter in medium skillet over medium-high heat. Remove zucchini from bowl; sauté until slightly browned, about 1 minute. Add shrimp; sauté until opaque in center, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cilantro and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.

    Step 2

    Divide rice between 2 plates. Spoon shrimp and zucchini over rice.

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