CURRIED RICE WITH SHRIMP

Steps:

• Hands-On Time: 20m Total Time: 45m 1.Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 6 to 8 minutes. 2.Add the garlic and curry and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 2 minutes. 3.Add the rice, 2 ½ cups water, and ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes. 4.Season the shrimp with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper and nestle them in the partially cooked rice. Cover and cook until the shrimp are opaque throughout, 4 to 5 minutes. Fold in the basil.