Description
The Ultimate Charred Shrimp and Avocado Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. This bowl features fluffy rice topped with perfectly charred, chili-spiced shrimp, refreshing mango salsa, and creamy avocado slices, all drizzled with a zesty lime-chili sauce. Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight dinner or looking to impress guests at a gathering, this colorful meal will surely satisfy. Each bite bursts with freshness and nutrition, making it not only delicious but also a healthy choice. Enjoy this delightful bowl for lunch or dinner and experience the tropical flavors that come together in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp kosher salt
- 1 cup bright yellow mango (diced into uniform cubes)
- 0.25 cup purple onion (finely minced)
- 1 tbsp green jalapeno (minced into bits)
- 2 tbsp fresh green cilantro leaves (chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 large green avocado (freshly sliced into a neat fan)
- 1 tbsp black sesame seeds
Instructions
- Start by rinsing the long-grain white rice under cold water until it runs clear. In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then cover and reduce to low heat. Cook for about 15 minutes until all water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- While the rice cooks, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to the pan. In a mixing bowl, toss the peeled shrimp with chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and kosher salt until evenly coated.
- Once your skillet is hot, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer. Sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and slightly charred. Remove from heat.
- In another mixing bowl, combine diced mango, minced purple onion, jalapeno bits, chopped cilantro leaves, and fresh lime juice. Stir gently to mix.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and lime juice until smooth.
- In serving bowls, layer fluffy rice at the bottom. Top with charred shrimp followed by a generous scoop of mango salsa. Add slices of avocado on top and drizzle with your spicy sauce. Finish off by sprinkling black sesame seeds for extra crunch!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 210mg