Looking for a one-two punch that gets delicious dinners on the table in record time? A boon to harried cooks everywhere, shrimp recipes with rice are easy to prepare, quick-cooking and are as versatile as can be! Whether you’re craving Mexican or Thai food, Indian dishes or another cuisine entirely, you can spice, season, sauté and stir your way to a shrimp and rice dish that satisfies.
New to shrimp? Despite their tough outer shell, these sweet, succulent crustaceans are one of the quickest proteins to prepare. Stock up on raw or cooked, peeled and frozen shrimp, or opt for fresh, and dinner will never be too far off. Cooked on the grill, roasted, pan-fried or steamed, shrimp add lean protein and oodles of flavor to any dish.
Juggling work, sports practices, homework, and a family on the brink of caving to takeout? Save the day (and your pocketbook!) with a speedy shrimp and rice supper made for hectic nights.
11 Irresistible Shrimp Recipes with Rice to Try Tonight
Elegant enough for company but quick enough to turn to any day of the week, recipes with shrimp and rice are a delightful answer to your daily dinner dilemma.
Mexican Grilled Shrimp and Rice Bowl
Success® boil-in-bag brown rice makes a hearty base for smoky shrimp, zippy cole slaw and beans in this vibrant dish. Like things spicy? Add hot sauce for a bold hit of heat in every bite.
Crispy Rice with Spicy Shrimp Salad
Simple yet sophisticated, this dish takes Success® boil-in-bag jasmine rice into intriguing new territory. Crisped up and fried until golden brown, it’s the perfect vehicle for savory, gently spiced shrimp in this company-worthy recipe.
Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi with Rice
Is it possible to cook a delicious dinner in just 20 minutes? Absolutely! Layered onto fragrant basmati rice, and seasoned with garlic, red pepper flakes, wine and lemon, plump shrimp are a gloriously easy — and flavorful! — 20-minute option.
Texas Pesto Shrimp Rice
Zesty homemade pesto coats sautéed shrimp in this effortless shrimp dinner. Nutty and fresh, with fragrant cilantro, savory parmesan and zippy jalapeños, this recipe packs a surprising punch in every bite.
Shrimp Pad Thai with Jasmine Rice
High heat and some rapid sautéing make quick work of getting dinner on the table in this tangy take on pad Thai. Gather your ingredients before you start, and you’ll be tucking into bouncy shrimp and savory, saucy jasmine rice in no time!
Seafood Rice Dish with Shrimps and Mussels
Face your paella fears with this straightforward take on the famed Spanish dish. Delicious as is, with chicken, shrimp, mussels and Success® boil-in-bag white rice, it’s also a hit when simplified with only shrimp and whichever type of Success® Rice you have on hand.
Cuban Shrimp & Rice Tacos
Mixed with a jumble of tasty ingredients — from garlic to chili powder, orange juice, cumin and oregano — jasmine rice becomes a satisfying taco filling in this tempting recipe. Top each tortilla with juicy sautéed shrimp and enjoy not having leftovers to put away for another day.
Spicy Indian Basmati Rice and Shrimp
A warming dinner of fresh, fluffy basmati rice and gently-spiced stewed shrimp will beckon everyone to the table. Best of all? Cooked in two pots, this recipe leaves very little washing up in its wake.
Easy Shrimp Fried Rice
Learn the simple process of making jasmine rice, and you’ll open up a world of mealtime possibilities — including this weeknight friendly fried rice dish! Tastier than takeout, it’s a complete meal that comes together in just 25 minutes.
Shrimp Tempura Dinner Bowl
Delicately crunchy and sweet, tempura shrimp are an impressive pairing for aromatic Success® boil-in-bag basmati rice in this refined dish. Plus, if you can fry chicken or fritters, you have nothing to fear from this simple recipe!
Fried Shrimp and Jasmine Rice
Shrimp recipes with rice and vegetables don’t get much simpler than this savory fried rice dish. Ready in a mere 20 minutes, it’s got oodles of flavor in every mouthful.
Tips for Cooking Shrimp and Rice Perfectly Every Time
Shrimp and rice recipes are some of the easiest to pull off! Keep these pointers in mind and ensure you avoid unexpected hiccups.
Can I use frozen shrimp for shrimp and rice recipes?
When working with frozen shrimp, it’s best to thaw them gradually in the fridge overnight. Need a last-minute dinner? You can also thaw frozen shrimp in under 30 minutes! To do so, simply place them in a bowl of cold water at room temperature. Stir the shrimp frequently to break up.
Once shrimp are thawed, dry them on paper towels before proceeding with your recipe. Cook thawed shrimp within 2 days and never refreeze.
Save time by buying peeled, deveined shrimp. For most recipes, you will want to buy peeled shrimp that are raw. If you only have cooked shrimp, add them to your dish at the end of cooking time so that they don’t get rubbery and overcooked.
How long do shrimp take to cook?
Shrimp are kitchen superstars because they cook in record time! In a sizzling hot sauté pan, large shrimp will cook in just 2-3 minutes per side. Smaller shrimp will need a little less time. You will know your shrimp are cooked when they curl slightly, turn pink and are opaque inside.
What is the secret to juicy shrimp?
The key to succulent shrimp is to not overcook them! Additionally, you can dry brine them prior to cooking in a simple solution of salt and baking soda (approximately 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda per pound of shrimp). Toss the shrimp with the dry brine and let sit for 15-30 minutes. There’s no need to rinse before cooking. Cooking shrimp with their tail on can also help them retain moisture.
What is the best type of rice to use for shrimp recipes?
Success® Rice has myriad products that pair well with shrimp. Still, with its sweet aroma and softy, fluffy grains, jasmine rice is our first choice! A natural partner for Asian dishes featuring shrimp, it’s also delicious in Mexican, Indian, Caribbean dishes, and more.
What seasonings go well with shrimp and rice?
Amp up the flavor of any dish by infusing your rice as it cooks. Whether you want to boost every grain with herbs and spices, coconut milk, broth, citrus juice or zest, there are various ways to enhance the taste of your meals from the moment you set out to make them.