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Easy recipe: Prawn rice

By The Standard December 16, 2025

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Easy recipe: Prawn rice

Whether you're looking for an impressive main course for a dinner party or a comforting yet elegant meal for a weeknight, this recipe delivers on taste, texture and visual appeal.What you will need:1 kg shrimp/ prawns deveined and cleanedJuice of 1 lime1 teaspoon black pepperFollow The Standard
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on WhatsApp1 teaspoon paprikaSalt to taste1 teaspoon garlic/ ginger mince2 tablespoons vegetable oilMarinate the prawns with the above ingredients except the oil. In a pan over medium heat, add the oil. Sauté the prawns until they turn orange and curl, remove from the heat and set aside.For the rice:2 cups basmati rice3 cups water1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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1 kg shrimp/ prawns deveined and cleanedJuice of 1 lime1 teaspoon black pepperFollow The Standard
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on WhatsApp1 teaspoon paprikaSalt to taste1 teaspoon garlic/ ginger mince2 tablespoons vegetable oilMarinate the prawns with the above ingredients except the oil. In a pan over medium heat, add the oil. Sauté the prawns until they turn orange and curl, remove from the heat and set aside.For the rice:2 cups basmati rice3 cups water1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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Juice of 1 lime1 teaspoon black pepperFollow The Standard
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on WhatsApp1 teaspoon paprikaSalt to taste1 teaspoon garlic/ ginger mince2 tablespoons vegetable oilMarinate the prawns with the above ingredients except the oil. In a pan over medium heat, add the oil. Sauté the prawns until they turn orange and curl, remove from the heat and set aside.For the rice:2 cups basmati rice3 cups water1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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1 teaspoon black pepperFollow The Standard
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on WhatsApp1 teaspoon paprikaSalt to taste1 teaspoon garlic/ ginger mince2 tablespoons vegetable oilMarinate the prawns with the above ingredients except the oil. In a pan over medium heat, add the oil. Sauté the prawns until they turn orange and curl, remove from the heat and set aside.For the rice:2 cups basmati rice3 cups water1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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1 teaspoon paprikaSalt to taste1 teaspoon garlic/ ginger mince2 tablespoons vegetable oilMarinate the prawns with the above ingredients except the oil. In a pan over medium heat, add the oil. Sauté the prawns until they turn orange and curl, remove from the heat and set aside.For the rice:2 cups basmati rice3 cups water1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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Salt to taste1 teaspoon garlic/ ginger mince2 tablespoons vegetable oilMarinate the prawns with the above ingredients except the oil. In a pan over medium heat, add the oil. Sauté the prawns until they turn orange and curl, remove from the heat and set aside.For the rice:2 cups basmati rice3 cups water1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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1 teaspoon garlic/ ginger mince2 tablespoons vegetable oilMarinate the prawns with the above ingredients except the oil. In a pan over medium heat, add the oil. Sauté the prawns until they turn orange and curl, remove from the heat and set aside.For the rice:2 cups basmati rice3 cups water1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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2 tablespoons vegetable oilMarinate the prawns with the above ingredients except the oil. In a pan over medium heat, add the oil. Sauté the prawns until they turn orange and curl, remove from the heat and set aside.For the rice:2 cups basmati rice3 cups water1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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Marinate the prawns with the above ingredients except the oil. In a pan over medium heat, add the oil. Sauté the prawns until they turn orange and curl, remove from the heat and set aside.For the rice:2 cups basmati rice3 cups water1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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2 cups basmati rice3 cups water1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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3 cups water1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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1 beef bouillon cube1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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1 teaspoon oil1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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1/2 teaspoon turmeric powderPinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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Pinch of saffronStay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UPMethod:Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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Put water in a pot, then put in the washed rice and oil. Crumble the beef bouillon cube and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates. Take the turmeric mixed with a little water, add the saffron into the turmeric mix and pour the mixture over the rice. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice steam until it is fluffy. Once the rice is cooked, layer it with the shrimp and serve in a casserole. Enjoy!Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!Follow The Standard
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