Ingredients
1 lb raw shrimp (large or jumbo, peeled and deveined)
1 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
2 tbsp butter (unsalted or salted)
4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
4 cups cooked rice (jasmine, brown, or white, warm)
2 medium avocados (ripe, sliced or diced)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish, optional)
3 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin, for dressing)
1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (low sodium preferred)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
salt (to taste)
black pepper (freshly ground, to taste)
Instructions
1. 1. Prepare your rice: Cook rice according to package directions. Jasmine or brown rice works well. Aim to have it ready as you finish the shrimp.
2. 2. Make the Zesty Lime Dressing: In a small bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, honey (optional), soy sauce/tamari, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (optional). Whisk thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasonings. Set aside.
3. 3. Prep the shrimp: Pat peeled and deveined shrimp very dry with paper towels. This helps them sear. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
4. 4. Cook the Garlic Shrimp: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once butter shimmers, add minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant; avoid browning.
5. 5. Sear the Shrimp: Add seasoned shrimp to the hot pan in a single layer. Cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if needed. Remove cooked shrimp and set aside.
6. 6. Assemble Your Bowls: Divide warm cooked rice evenly among four serving bowls.
7. 7. Add the Goodies: Arrange cooked garlic shrimp and sliced or diced avocado over the rice in each bowl.
8. 8. Drizzle and Garnish: Spoon dressing over the shrimp and avocado. Sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired.
9. 9. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your Garlic Shrimp Rice Bowls with Avocado fresh and hot!
Notes
Store components separately: shrimp, rice, and dressing in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 2-3 days (dressing lasts 4-5 days). Add fresh avocado just before serving. Reheat rice gently with a splash of water, and warm shrimp in a skillet over low heat. For meal prep, cook rice and shrimp in advance, store separately, and assemble with fresh avocado and dressing when ready.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Fusion
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using tamari), Dairy-Free (if using dairy-free butter), Low-Carb (with cauliflower rice)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg