Sweet and Spicy Shrimp, Garlicky Brown Rice and Green Beans

Directions

• Step one

  In small saucepan set over medium heat, add 1 tbsp (15 mL) oil. Add rice and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute or until rice is lightly toasted. Stir in broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until broth is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.

• Step two

  Meanwhile, in blender, purée salsa until smooth. Into medium-mesh strainer set over medium bowl, pour puréed salsa and press to extract liquid (discard solids).

   

• Step three

  In large nonstick skillet set over medium heat, add 1 tbsp (15 mL) oil. Add strained salsa and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 8 minutes or until reduced to the consistency of tomato paste. Remove from heat and stir in honey, vinegar and 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) salt.

• Step four

  Return skillet to medium heat. Add shrimp to salsa mixture and cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm.

• Step five

  In another large skillet set over medium-high heat, add remaining oil. Add green beans and remaining salt and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes or until tender.

   

• Step six

  Rinse red onion under cold water and shake until dry.

• Step seven

  Divide rice among 4 plates. Top with shrimp and beans and garnish with red onion and cilan