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Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Rice Bowl

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A vibrant and flavorful rice bowl featuring spicy shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a spicy-sweet dressing, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • ½ lime juice of lime

For the Rice

  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Toppings and Dressing

  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • to taste Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons sriracha or other hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

Optional Garnishes

  • to taste Toasted sesame seeds
  • to taste Crushed peanuts or cashews
  • to taste Lime wedges

Instructions 

  • Cook the rice according to package instructions, then fluff and stir in vinegar, sugar, and salt.
  • Sauté garlic in olive oil, add shrimp with spices, cook until pink, then squeeze lime juice over.
  • Mix sriracha, sesame oil, lime juice, soy sauce, and honey to make the dressing.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, shrimp, avocado, cucumber, onion, tomatoes, drizzle with dressing, and garnish as desired.

Notes

Adjust spice levels and toppings to taste for best results.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: fusion
Keyword: shrimp