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Shrimp and Andouille With Saffron Rice
 
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Prep Time: 13 Minutes
Cook Time: 32 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 4
Another tasty combination of two of my favorites. From Real Simple Magazine August 2006.
Ingredients:
2 teaspoons olive oil
8 ounces andouille sausages, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup white wine
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
12 saffron threads, crumbled
1 cup long-grain white rice
3/4 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 cup frozen peas
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 sprigs fresh cilantro
Directions:
1. Heat the oil in a wok or large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sausage and brown on both sides, about 5 minutes total.
3. Reduce heat to medium and add the onion.
4. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
5. Spoon off and discard all but 1 Tablespoon of the fat.
6. Add the wine and cook for 2 minutes.
7. Add the broth, saffron, and rice and bring to a boil.
8. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
9. Stir in the shrimp and peas into the rice, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
10. Remove from heat.
11. Season with the salt and pepper.
12. Spoon onto plates and add the cilantro.
By RecipeOfHealth.com