Description
This Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Rice Bowl combines tender jasmine rice with flavorful, sautéed shrimp tossed in a zesty chili garlic soy sauce. Fresh avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro add brightness and creaminess, while toasted sesame seeds bring a subtle crunch, making it a perfectly balanced and vibrant meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Shrimp and Sauce
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and help achieve a fluffy texture.
- Cook the rice: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and water is fully absorbed. Fluff rice with a fork and keep warm.
- Heat the skillet: While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Add sauce: Stir in soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, and lime juice, cooking for an additional minute to coat shrimp well. Remove skillet from heat.
- Assemble bowls: Divide the cooked jasmine rice into serving bowls. Top with the spicy shrimp, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped fresh cilantro.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the assembled bowls and optionally add an extra squeeze of lime juice before serving immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for best flavor in the sauce and as a finishing touch.
- Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce to control the spice level.
- Try substituting brown rice for a healthier whole grain option, but increase cooking time accordingly.
- Ensure shrimp is fully cooked by turning pink and opaque throughout.
- Serve promptly to enjoy the avocado fresh and prevent browning.
