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Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo

Elina James
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Shrimp:
  • 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or sesame oil)
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional for extra heat)
  • For the Spicy Mayo:
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (regular or light)
  • 1–2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to spice preference)
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice (or rice vinegar)
  • ½ teaspoon honey (optional, for balance)
  • For the Rice Base:
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or sushi rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice)
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional, for sushi-style flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Toppings (Optional but Recommended):
  • 1 avocado, sliced or diced
  • 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • ½ cup edamame, cooked
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or teriyaki glaze for drizzling

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Spicy Mayo : In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, and honey. Adjust spiciness by adding more or less sriracha. Set aside (or refrigerate) until ready to drizzle.
  • Step 2: Cook the Rice : Prepare rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and drizzle with rice vinegar and sesame oil. Keep warm until ready to assemble.
  • Step 3: Season and Cook the Shrimp : In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with soy sauce, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Step 4: Prepare Toppings : While shrimp cooks, prep your toppings — slice avocado, cucumber, and carrots; cook edamame if using.
  • Step 5: Assemble the Bowls : Divide cooked rice evenly among 4 bowls. Arrange shrimp and toppings (avocado, cucumber, carrot, edamame) neatly on top. Drizzle spicy mayo generously over the top. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of soy or teriyaki sauce.