Description
Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo are a delicious and nutritious meal that brings together tender shrimp and creamy, spicy mayo over a bed of fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, these bowls are quick to prepare and customizable to suit your taste. Packed with protein and fresh vegetables, they offer a satisfying experience without compromising on flavor. Serve them for lunch, dinner, or at casual gatherings with friends for a delightful culinary treat.
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
- 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
- Soy sauce or tamari for drizzling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil with spices and toss in the shrimp until well coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Mix mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice in another bowl to create the spicy mayo.
- Assemble each bowl with rice topped by shrimp and desired vegetable toppings.
- Drizzle with spicy mayo before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg