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Exotic French Prawn and Saffron Rice

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 large, finely chopped White onion
  • 2 minced Garlic cloves
  • 1.5 cups Long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup Dry white wine
  • 3 cups Chicken stock
  • A pinch Saffron strands
  • 0.5 kg, peeled and deveined Large prawns
  • To taste Sea salt
  • To taste Black pepper
  • A handful, chopped Fresh parsley
  • To serve Lemon wedges
  • 1 large, optional, to serve French baguette

Instructions:

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until they are soft and starting to brown.
  2. Stir in the rice, making sure it's coated in the oil. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for a minute. Then add the chicken stock and saffron strands, stirring well.
  3. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and allow it to simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  4. Stir in the peeled prawns, cover and cook for another 5-7 minutes, until they are pink and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Before serving, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Warm French baguette is also a great side for dipping in the flavorful stock.