Best Easy Arroz con Camarón Recipe

Rice simmered with seasoned shrimp, tomatoes, and chiles in a flavorful broth. This protein-rich seafood dish makes a complete, healthy family dinner in one pot.

Cook 55 min Difficulty NORMAL 410 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • medium shrimp (peeled and deveined) 1 lb
  • long grain white rice 1.5 cups
  • yellow onion (diced) 1 cup
  • plum tomatoes (diced) 1 cup
  • green bell pepper (diced) 0.5 cup
  • red bell pepper (diced) 0.5 cup
  • garlic (minced) 2 cloves
  • jalapeño (seeded and minced) 1 piece
  • chicken or seafood stock 3 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
  • ground cumin 1 tsp
  • smoked paprika 1 tsp
  • dried oregano 0.5 tsp
  • kosher salt 1.25 tsp
  • freshly ground black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • lime juice 2 tbsp
  • fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish) 0.25 cup
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 54 g 53%
Protein 25 g 24%
Fat 9 g 20%
Serving size 345g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Add onions and both bell peppers, sautéing 3–4 minutes until just softened.

  2. 2

    Stir in garlic and jalapeño and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic. Add diced tomatoes and cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle in the cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the vegetables and bloom spices for 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    Pour in the rice and mix thoroughly to coat each grain in the seasoned oil and vegetables. Toast the rice on medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently.

  5. 5

    Add the chicken or seafood stock to the pot, stir, and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.

  6. 6

    After 15 minutes, quickly scatter the shrimp evenly over the rice. Replace the lid and continue to cook on low for 8–10 minutes until shrimp are opaque and rice is tender.

  7. 7

    Drizzle fresh lime juice over the finished dish and let it rest off the heat, covered, for 5 minutes to set the grains and flavors.

  8. 8

    Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What’s the key ingredient in this Arroz con Camarón recipe?
The standout ingredient is medium shrimp, which provides the dish with its signature seafood flavor and protein richness. Together with aromatic vegetables and carefully chosen spices, the shrimp ensures the dish’s coastal identity.
Q. How can I keep the shrimp perfectly cooked and tender?
To prevent overcooking, add the shrimp after the rice is mostly cooked, then cover and let them steam gently for 8–10 minutes on low heat. This keeps the shrimp plump, juicy, and prevents a rubbery texture.
Q. What makes the rice in this dish have such great flavor?
Flavorful rice begins with toasting the grains in seasoned oil along with sautéed onions, peppers, garlic, and spices. This technique infuses each grain with aroma and prevents the rice from becoming mushy.
Q. How many calories and how much protein are in each serving?
Each serving of Arroz con Camarón contains about 410 kcal. It delivers approximately 25g of protein per serving, making it a great high-protein dinner choice. Carbohydrates provide 54g and there are 9g of fat per serving.
Q. Is this recipe considered high-protein or Mediterranean-friendly?
Yes—this Arroz con Camarón recipe is high in protein (25g per serving) and fits Mediterranean-inspired cooking, thanks to the use of olive oil, seafood, vegetables, fresh herbs, and spices.
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