Friday, December 14, 2012

Spicy Shrimp and Rice Soup

  • INGREDIENTS:
  • 4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup instant long-grain rice (such as Minute brand)
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 lime wedges
  • Bean sprouts (optional)
  • Sliced green onions (optional)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Sliced jalapeño pepper (optional)

    Preparation

    1. Combine chicken broth and water in a large saucepan, and bring to a boil. Stir in instant long-grain rice, and bring to a boil. Remove from heat, and let stand 5 minutes.
    2. Heat canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic, red pepper, and shrimp; sauté 3 minutes or until shrimp are done. Stir shrimp mixture into broth mixture. Divide soup evenly among 4 bowls, and serve with lime wedges. Top each serving with sprouts, onions, cilantro, and jalapeño, if desired.

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