Description
Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo are a quick and flavorful meal that brings together succulent shrimp, fluffy rice, and a creamy, spicy sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering a vibrant explosion of tastes and textures. The spicy mayo adds a zesty kick that seafood lovers will adore. With customizable ingredients, you can easily make this dish your own by adjusting the spice level or adding your favorite veggies. Enjoy a nutritious meal packed with protein and healthy fats, all ready in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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, for extra heat)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1–2 tablespoons sriracha (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional, for added flavor)
- 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 create the spicy mayo. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook until pink and opaque (about 3–5 minutes).
- In serving bowls, layer cooked rice as the base topped with shrimp, shredded carrots, avocado slices, cucumber slices, and drizzle with spicy mayo. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 220mg