YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Pan-Seared Seafood with Saffron Rice and Crispy Vegetables
Enjoy a delicate medley of pan-seared shrimp served atop saffron-infused white rice, accompanied by crispy, quickly sautéed bell peppers and zucchini. This dish offers bright citrus notes with a hint of herbaceous aroma, providing a balanced plate that delights both the eyes and the palate.
INGREDIENTS
6 oz Shrimp
1/2 cup cooked White Rice
Pinch of Saffron Threads
1/2 cup Red Bell Pepper, chopped
1/2 cup Zucchini, chopped
1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Lemon Wedge
Salt & Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Begin by infusing the saffron: add a pinch of saffron threads to the hot water you will use for cooking the rice, allowing the color and aroma to develop.
Prepare the white rice as per package instructions, then stir in the infused saffron water to distribute the flavor evenly.
Pat the shrimp dry and season them lightly with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
Place the shrimp in the pan and pan-sear for about 2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add the chopped red bell pepper and zucchini. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are tender yet retain a slight crispness.
Plate a serving of saffron rice, top with the pan-seared shrimp, and arrange the crispy vegetables on the side.
Garnish with a lemon wedge and an optional squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten the dish before serving.