1bell pepperdiced small, red was used in this recipe
2celery stalksdiced, celery leaves for garnish
2garlic cloves
1 1/4cupslong-grain brown ricewe used Uncle Ben's Whole Grain Brown Rice
3cupsbrothvegetable or chicken, fat-free
1tablespooncajun seasoning
14 1/2ouncesdiced tomatoescan
1tablespoontomato paste
1tablespoonbalsamic vinegar
1teaspoonsea salt
1/2teaspoonblack pepper
1poundshrimpmedium, deveined and peeled, leave tails on if desired
Instructions
Add oil to a large skillet and turn to medium-low heat, add onion, bell pepper, and celery and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 1 additional minute. Add rice, stir and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients, except shrimp, bring to a rolling boil, cover and reduce to a simmer until rice is tender, about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. NOTE: The amount of time it takes to get the rice tender will depend on the long grain brand. Uncle Ben's takes about 30 minutes.
Add shrimp and cook, over medium-low heat, until pink, about 6 minutes. Turn off the stove burner and allow to set covered for 5 minutes. Add celery leaves as a garnish, if desired.