Description
This Shrimp Rice Bowl with Spicy Mayo is a quick, flavorful, and nutritious meal featuring tender sautéed shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a zesty homemade spicy mayo sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this Asian-inspired bowl combines jasmine rice, creamy avocado, crisp carrots, and cucumbers for a balanced and delicious dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Shrimp and Rice
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cups cooked jasmine or sushi rice
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Spicy Mayo
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1–2 tablespoons sriracha (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Spicy Mayo: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until well combined. Set this spicy mayo sauce aside to allow the flavors to blend.
- Season the Shrimp: In a separate bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper ensuring each piece is well coated with the seasoning.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat promptly to avoid overcooking.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked jasmine or sushi rice evenly among four bowls. Top each bowl with the cooked shrimp, avocado slices, shredded carrots, thinly sliced cucumber, and green onions.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle each bowl generously with the spicy mayo sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately while shrimp are warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can add pickled ginger, edamame, or a fried egg for extra flavor and texture.
- Substitute brown rice or cauliflower rice for a lighter, healthier option.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the spicy mayo to suit your preferred spice level.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the sriracha and mayonnaise used are gluten-free.
