Description
These Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo are quick, flavorful, and perfect for a healthy dinner! Juicy shrimp, fluffy rice, and bold flavors in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or coconut aminos
For the Rice Bowl Base:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- ½ cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup red cabbage, shredded
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 green onions, sliced
For the Spicy Mayo:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or rice vinegar
For Garnishing (Optional):
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Extra sriracha or soy sauce
- Lime wedges
Instructions
1. Cook the Rice
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- Add 2 cups of rice, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes (or follow package instructions).
- Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
2. Prepare the Spicy Mayo
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, sesame oil, and lemon juice.
- Adjust spice level to taste and set aside.
3. Cook the Shrimp
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and soy sauce.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Assemble the Bowls
- Divide cooked rice among serving bowls.
- Arrange cucumber, carrots, red cabbage, avocado, and green onions around the rice.
- Add cooked shrimp on top.
- Drizzle with spicy mayo and sprinkle with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.
5. Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve immediately with extra sriracha, soy sauce, or lime wedges.
Notes
✔ Use fresh shrimp – They cook quickly and absorb flavors well.
✔ Toast the sesame seeds – This enhances their nutty flavor.
✔ Don’t overcook shrimp – They cook fast, so remove them once they turn pink.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: DINNER
- Cuisine: AMERICAN
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
