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Savor the Sunshine: Delight in a Tropical Shrimp Rice Bowl

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A vibrant and flavorful Tropical Shrimp Rice Bowl featuring shrimp, coconut rice, and fresh tropical ingredients.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup of jasmine rice
  • 1 cup of coconut milk
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (red or yellow for color)
  • 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear, then combine with coconut milk and a pinch of salt in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink.
  3. Fluff the cooked rice, then gently fold in diced mango, bell pepper, and cilantro.
  4. Serve the rice mixture in bowls, topped with sautéed shrimp, sliced avocado, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize with additional tropical fruits or substitute quinoa for rice.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tropical
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg