Spiced Up Shrimp with Rice & Beans

recipe

• Step 1
  If needed, thaw the shrimp. Prepare the spice mix. In a small bowl, combine : the ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt & ground pepper.
• Step 2
  In a mixing bowl, add the defrosted shrimp & spice mix. Toss well to evenly coat the shrimp. Set aside.
• Step 3
  Wash & halve the peppers, removing the seeds. Small dice the pepper.
• Step 4
  Wash & dry the cilantro, then finely chop.
• Step 5
  Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan, over medium-high heat. Add the peppers. Stir & cook until slightly softened, about 3-4 min. Remove the peppers & set aside.
• Step 6
  In the same pan, heat another drizzle of oil. Add the seasoned shrimp & sear for 1-2 min on each side.
• Step 7
  Meanwhile, heat the rice according to package instructions.
• Step 8
  In a bowl, combine : the heated rice, bell peppers, drained beans, two thirds of the chopped cilantro & lime juice. Season with salt & pepper.
• Step 9
  Serve the red bean rice with the spicy shrimp. Garnish with any leftover cilantro & re-season to taste. Enjoy !