Rice with Shrimp and Gorgonzola Cheese

Ingredients

Agulha Pampa - Arroz Oriente
  • 20 shrimp
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • Piri piri (3-4 drops)
  • Salt q.b.
  • 1 cup of Oriental rice
  • 1 strand of olive oil
  • 1 shallot
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons of gorgonzolla cheese
  • Lemon
  • Parsley

Preparation

  1. Start by cooking the prawns in water with garlic, piri piri and salt for 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Peel the prawns and reserve.
  2. In a small pan, place the chopped shallot sautéed with a drizzle of olive oil. Add the chopped garlic, cook for two minutes and then add the rice. Add 2 cups of hot water and a pinch of salt. Let it cook for about 8 minutes.
  3. When the rice is almost cooked add the gorgonzolla cheese and cooked shrimp. Shake well.
  4. Serve the shrimp rice with lemon wedges and chopped parsley. If desired, add a few more pieces of cheese on top of the rice.