Shrimp Biryani Rice Bowl
Fragrant basmati rice, tender shrimp, and warm spices come together in one skillet—no long simmer required. Biryani's bold flavors in 20 minutes flat.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 418
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked basmati rice (or jasmine rice)
- ¾ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tsp biryani masala spice blend (or garam masala)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ cup frozen peas
- 1 whole lemon (juiced)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
- 2
Add sliced onion and cook, stirring, until golden and softened, 4–5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in biryani masala and tomato paste, cook until fragrant, 30 seconds.
- 4
Add shrimp and cook, stirring, until pink throughout, 3–4 minutes.
- 5
Fold in cooked rice and peas, stirring gently until heated through, 2 minutes.
- 6
Squeeze lemon juice over top, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet with lid
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups and spoons
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