Georgian Shrimp Pilau Recipe
This Pilau dish will remind you of a tasty risotto with an american twist. It is much easier to make for large parties. Sophisticated, easy and tasty...just the way I like it.
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon...diced
- 3 medium onions chopped
- 2 cups rice (uncooked)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 5 medium sized ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 bay leaf
- salt and pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp shelled
Directions
- Fry bacon and drain on towels
- Add olive oil and saute onions, 3 minutes till soft
- Add rice and stir
- Add all ingredients but shrimp & bacon
- Cover and simmer 30 minutes
- Add Shrimp and Bacon
- Cook about 8 minutes more
- Fluff with fork and serve.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 468g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 530 | |
| Calories from Fat 144 | 27% |
| Total Fat 16.04g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat 5.03g | 20% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 192mg | 64% |
| Sodium 625mg | 26% |
| Potassium 755mg | 22% |
| Total Carbs 60.49g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 12% |
| Sugars 4.94g | 3% |
| Protein 33.46g | 54% |
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Reviews
January 15, 2008
This is a great recipe for a large group. Easy to prepare and pretty to serve. I would recommend making a separate pot for kids and using less cayenne pepper. You might try some lemon wedges on the side, too!I've cooked/tasted this recipe!This is a variation2 people like this review
July 14, 2008
This is one of my favorites. Easy to make and tastes like a great shrimp risotto. Great for large groups!I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
Comments
- January 29, 2008Thanks for sharing, John. I've never had a Pilau before. Never even heard of it. Can't wait to try it!
