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  • Georgian Shrimp Pilau

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    Georgian Shrimp Pilau
    Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Servings: 6
    by John Spottiswood
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    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

    1. Fry bacon and drain on towels
    2. Add olive oil and saute onions, 3 minutes till soft
    3. Add rice and stir
    4. Add all ingredients but shrimp & bacon
    5. Cover and simmer 30 minutes
    6. Add Shrimp and Bacon
    7. Cook about 8 minutes more
    8. Fluff with fork and serve.

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    Reviews

    • John Spottiswood
      John Spottiswood
      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!
      2
      • Igor I. Koubarev
        Igor I. Koubarev
        awesome!
        1
        • Nancy Miyasaki
          Nancy Miyasaki
          This is one of my favorites. Easy to make and tastes like a great shrimp risotto. Great for large groups!

          Comments

          • O.S.
            O.S.
            Delicious!
            • Terri Jordan
              Terri Jordan
              This recipe sounds pretty good. I am looking forward to trying it!
              • Mark Tabak
                Mark Tabak
                It's a test
                • Mark Tabak
                  Mark Tabak
                  Thanks for sharing, John. I've never had a Pilau before. Never even heard of it. Can't wait to try it!

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