Peel the shrimp and save the shells. In a saucepan, add cold water, the shrimp shells, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes then strain.
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In a Dutch oven, sauté onion, green pepper, garlic then add the sliced pimentos and tomato sauce.
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Add rice, shrimp stock, chicken stock, ground cumin, Bijol, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
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Cook the shrimp then fluff the rice with a fork. Gently fold in the peas and cooked shrimp until all is well combined. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
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