Description
Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo offer a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, making them an ideal choice for any meal. Packed with succulent shrimp seasoned to perfection, creamy spicy mayo, and vibrant fresh vegetables, these bowls are as visually appealing as they are delicious. The quick preparation time of just 25 minutes makes them perfect for busy weeknights, while their customizable nature allows you to tailor the ingredients to your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1–2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional, for added flavor)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cucumber slices
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)
- Soy sauce or tamari for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil and spices (smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper). Toss until evenly coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice to make the spicy mayo.
- Assemble each bowl with a base of rice topped with shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a drizzle of spicy mayo.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg