"Rice to the Rescue!" Recipe Contest Winner- Jamie Miller Yield: Makes 6 servings.

1/2 cup water 1 14-ounce can light coconut milk 1 8-ounce can pineapple tidbits or crushed pineapple, drained, juice reserved 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice 1 tablespoon garam masala* 1 teaspoon pepper 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, divided   Bring water, coconut milk, 1/4 cup reserved pineapple juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in rice; cover and reduce heat to simmer. Cook 15 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in pineapple and 1/2 cup green onions. Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine remaining 1 teaspoon salt, garam masala and pepper. Add shrimp and saute just until cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes. Spoon rice onto platter; top with shrimp and remaining 2 tablespoons green onions.

Meal Part: Main Dish   Preparation: Quick and Easy   Main Ingredient: Fruit, Fish/Seafood   Cuisine Type: Indian

Nutrition Facts Calories 475   % Daily Value* Total Fat 24g Cholesterol 172mg Sodium 769mg Total Carbohydrate 39g Dietary Fiber 3g Protein 28g

*Garam masala is an Indian spice blend found in most supermarkets. If unavailable, substitute curry powder.