Easy Shrimp and Rice with Velvety Sauce: How - Seafood Portal

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Juice of 1/2 lemon