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Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice Bowls: The Ultimate Weeknight Comfort Food

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
Enjoy a quick and flavorful shrimp rice bowl with garlic, scallions, and a savory sauce, perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined for quick cooking)

Vegetables

  • 1 large shallot (thinly sliced for sweet, mild flavor)
  • 1 cup scallions (chopped into 1-inch pieces for freshness)

Grains

  • 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice (fluffy and aromatic)

Broth & Sauces

  • 3/4 cup chicken stock (sauce base with savory depth)
  • 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce (umami and saltiness (use GF tamari if needed))
  • 2 tbsp honey (balances flavors with sweetness)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (adds brightness)
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil (high smoke point for sautéing)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (thickens the sauce)
  • 4-6 cloves garlic (pressed for bold flavor)

Instructions 

  • Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
  • Whisk together chicken stock, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, avocado oil, cornstarch, and pressed garlic. Set aside.
  • Preheat skillet, sauté shallots until browned, then add scallions and shrimp. Cook until shrimp turn opaque.
  • Pour in prepared sauce, simmer 1-2 minutes until thickened, then serve over rice.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for the best flavor and adjust sauce thickness as needed.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: shrimp