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Spicy Shrimp Bowls with Creamy Sauce

Flavorful spicy shrimp served over fluffy rice with a creamy tangy sauce and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
Rice Base
  • 2 cups cooked rice jasmine or basmati
  • 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
Creamy Sauce
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp sriracha
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
Toppings & Garnish
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 2 lime wedges
  • to taste fresh cilantro optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Skillet
  • Rice cooker or pot
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cook rice according to package instructions, stir in butter or olive oil, and keep warm.
  2. In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  4. Whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, sriracha, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to make creamy sauce.
  5. Divide rice among bowls, top with cabbage or lettuce, then shrimp, and drizzle creamy sauce over the top.
  6. Add avocado slices, green onions, cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust sriracha for desired spice. Best served fresh.