Description
Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal with this Spicy Shrimp and Cauliflower Rice Bowl recipe. Tender shrimp marinated in spices, served on a bed of fragrant cauliflower rice, topped with avocado and zesty lime wedges.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups cauliflower rice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Sliced avocado
- Lime wedges
- Sliced jalapeños (optional)
For the Shrimp:
For the Cauliflower Rice:
For Topping:
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Cauliflower Rice: In the same skillet, add cauliflower rice, cumin, onion powder, salt, and lime juice. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in chopped cilantro.
- Assemble: Divide the cauliflower rice between serving bowls and top with spicy shrimp. Add sliced avocado, lime wedges, and jalapeños if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle with a spicy mayo or sriracha-lime sauce.
- You can substitute the shrimp with tofu or chicken for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
