Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo
Vibrant shrimp rice bowls with homemade spicy mayo, fluffy rice, succulent shrimp, and fresh toppings. A perfect quick meal for weeknights or lunch, packed with flavor and easy to customize.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Quick Dinner Recipes
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Fusion
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 (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon lime juice
2 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice
1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional)
1 cup shredded carrots
1 avocado, sliced
1 cup cucumber slices
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Instructions
In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil and seasonings. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 3-4 minutes until pink and cooked through.
In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice for the spicy mayo.
In a pot, cook rice until fluffy. If using rice vinegar, stir it in for added flavor.
Assemble bowls by placing rice as the base, then top with cooked shrimp, shredded carrots, avocado, cucumber, green onions, and a drizzle of spicy mayo.
Notes
Feel free to add other protein like tofu or substitute shrimp with halal options.
Use any fresh vegetables you prefer.
Adjust the amount of sriracha to your spice preference.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 160mg