Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo Recipe
This Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo recipe is a flavorful and colorful dish featuring perfectly cooked shrimp seasoned with smoked paprika and garlic, served over fragrant jasmine rice with fresh cucumber, avocado, and carrots. Topped with a creamy and spicy Sriracha mayo and sprinkled with sesame seeds, it’s a quick and healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Rice
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
Vegetables and Garnishes
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Lime wedges, for serving
Spicy Mayo
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Prepare the shrimp: In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the spicy mayo: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, and lime juice. Stir until well blended. Adjust the Sriracha according to your preference for spice.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice into four serving bowls. Top each with shrimp, cucumber slices, avocado slices, julienned carrots, and chopped green onions.
- Finish and serve: Drizzle the spicy mayo over each bowl and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Notes
- You can substitute brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option.
- Try adding other vegetables like edamame or bell peppers for more variety and color.
- For added flavor, marinate the shrimp for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less Sriracha to the mayo.
Keywords: shrimp, rice bowls, spicy mayo, healthy dinner, quick recipe, seafood
