Description
This Quick and Easy Shrimp Rice Bowl features perfectly cooked shrimp served over jasmine rice with fresh avocado, shredded carrots, and green onions, all topped with a creamy, spicy mayo sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a flavorful and satisfying meal ideal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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For the Bowl
- 1 pound Shrimp (Fresh or frozen wild-caught)
- 2 cups Cooked White Rice (Jasmine or short-grain preferred)
- 1 medium Avocado (Slice fresh just before serving)
- 1 cup Shredded Carrots (Bell peppers can be substituted)
- 2 stalks Green Onions (Chives or shallots can be substitutes)
- Salt & Pepper, to taste (Freshly ground pepper preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Neutral Oil (e.g., avocado oil or canola)
For the Creamy Mayo Sauce
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha (Adjust for desired heat)
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds (For visual appeal and flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Low-sodium for a healthier option; used for marinating or seasoning shrimp)
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare the white rice following the package instructions, ensuring it’s fluffy and fully cooked. Set aside and keep warm.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and lime juice until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
- Season the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry using paper towels, then season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Optionally, toss the shrimp with 2 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce for extra flavor.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat the neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the Fresh Ingredients: Slice the avocado just before assembling the bowls. Shred the carrots and chop the green onions finely.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly into two bowls. Top with cooked shrimp, sliced avocado, shredded carrots, and chopped green onions.
- Add Sauce and Garnish: Drizzle the creamy mayo sauce over each bowl, then sprinkle with sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.
- Serve: Serve immediately while the shrimp is warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp if possible for the best texture and flavor, but frozen shrimp works well too—just make sure to thaw completely.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
- If you prefer, substitute white rice with brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier alternative.
- Feel free to add other fresh veggies like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra crunch.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the soy sauce you use is gluten-free.
