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Tropical Shrimp Rice Bowl

A delightful Tropical Shrimp Rice Bowl that transports you to an island paradise with zesty flavors and vibrant ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 1/2 Tbsp fresh minced cilantro
  • Salt (to taste)
  • 1/2 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 Tbsp pineapple juice
  • 1/41/2 tsp chili powder (to taste)
  • 1 (8 oz) can of pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 3 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp honey
  • Zest from 1 lime
  • Juice from 1 lime
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp fresh minced cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Rice: Start by cooking your jasmine rice according to package instructions.
  2. Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add the shrimp and season with salt, 1 tbsp lime juice, and chili powder.
  3. Add Pineapple and Sauce: Once the shrimp is cooked, stir in the drained pineapple chunks and cook for another minute. In a small bowl, whisk together the saved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, lime zest, and the remaining chili powder until well combined. Pour this mixture over the shrimp and pineapple.
  4. Mix the Rice: In a large bowl, toss the cooked rice with fresh cilantro and a pinch of salt.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: To serve, place a generous scoop of the cilantro rice at the bottom of each bowl, topped with the succulent shrimp and pineapple mixture.
  6. Garnish and Enjoy: Finish it off with a sprinkle of additional cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Feel free to customize the dish with different proteins or vegetables. Serve with a green salad or tropical fruit.

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Keywords: shrimp, tropical, rice bowl, seafood, easy recipes

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