Description
Succulent shrimp rice bowls dance with zesty spicy mayo, creating a culinary masterpiece that promises pure satisfaction. Crisp vegetables and perfectly seasoned seafood invite diners to savor each delightful bite with Mediterranean-inspired flair.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 avocado, sliced
Vegetables and Additions:
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup edamame (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 2/3 tablespoons Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp with a blend of aromatic spices including garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated with olive oil.
- Sear the seasoned shrimp in a hot skillet over medium-high heat, cooking until they transform into a vibrant pink color and develop a slight char, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Craft a zesty spicy mayo by whisking together mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, and sesame oil, adjusting the heat level to personal preference.
- Create a colorful base in serving bowls using fluffy rice as the foundation.
- Artfully arrange the seared shrimp atop the rice, creating an inviting presentation.
- Enhance the bowl with a medley of fresh vegetables including crisp cucumber slices, vibrant shredded carrots, verdant edamame, and creamy avocado slices.
- Garnish with thinly sliced green onions for a subtle, sharp flavor accent.
- Drizzle the prepared spicy mayo generously across the bowl, ensuring each ingredient gets touched by the creamy, spicy sauce.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top for a nutty crunch and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately, encouraging diners to mix all components together for a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Optimize shrimp texture by patting them dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden exterior that locks in maximum flavor.
- Customize heat levels in spicy mayo by gradually adding Sriracha, tasting as you go to create a personalized spice profile that suits your palate.
- Transform this recipe into a gluten-free option by using tamari instead of soy sauce and checking that all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Elevate meal prep efficiency by preparing components like rice and chopped vegetables in advance, allowing quick assembly during busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg