Limpin' Susan (okra, Shrimp, And Rice)

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup yellow onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lb okra, stems and tips removed, sliced 1/4 inch thick
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deviened tails removed
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup long-grain rice
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ground black pepper, and or cayenne pepper, to taste

Recipe

• 1 in a heavy skillet over medium heat, saute the the onion and pepper in the oil until soft, about 5 minutes.
• 2 add the garlic and saute for 2 minutes or less to release flavor, being careful not to burn it.
• 3 add the rice and stir well with a fork until the grains are coated and cook, stirring often about 2-3 minutes.
• 4 add the okra, stock, salt, and black and cayenne peppers and bring to a boil.
• 5 reduce heat to low and and simmer, covered, until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes.
• 6 taste and adjust seasonings, stir in the shrimp and cook until the shrimp curl and turn pink, about 4 to 6 minutes be careful not to overcook or shrimp will be like rubber.
• 7 transfer to a bowl and serve. with some homemade cornbread and a big glass of house wine (sweet tea!).