A BELIZEAN RECIPE FOR YOU - Belize Shrimp With Rice

Belize Shrimp With Rice

By Marta McNab

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs. boiled shrimp
4 stalks celery chopped

 Dash Tabasco sauce
1 lg. onion chopped salt and pepper to taste    1 clove garlic minced
1 tin whole tomatoes
2 cups water
3 tbsps. cooking oil
2 cups rice

METHOD: Fry rice, onion, garlic and celery in hot cooking oil. Add tomatoes, seasoning, shrimps, Tabasco sauce and water. Cover tightly and cook slowly for about 50 minutes, or until rice is soft, stir occasionally. Serve on large dish, decorated with pimiento strips. Makes 6 — 8 servings.