Description
Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo are a vibrant and satisfying meal that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. This delightful dish features tender, seasoned shrimp sautéed to perfection and served over a bed of fluffy rice, topped with a creamy, spicy mayo that packs a punch. With fresh vegetables like avocado, cucumber, and shredded carrots, it’s not only visually appealing but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re whipping it up on a busy weeknight or serving guests at a casual gathering, these bowls promise to impress with their deliciousness and ease of preparation.
Ingredients
- 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)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1–2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice
- 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 mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice to make the spicy mayo. Adjust spice level as desired.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and season with spices; cook for about 3–4 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- In serving bowls, layer cooked rice, top with shrimp, then add shredded carrots, avocado slices, cucumber slices.
- Drizzle with soy sauce if desired and serve warm alongside spicy mayo.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 190mg