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Easy Charred Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe – Fresh, Flavorful Family Favorite Dinner

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The Ultimate Charred Shrimp and Avocado Bowl is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish featuring smoky chili-spiced shrimp, fluffy white rice, fresh mango salsa, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime-chili drizzle. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and satisfying lunch or dinner with tropical flair.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 cup mango, diced
  • 0.25 cup purple onion, minced
  • 1 tbsp jalapeno, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (for sauce)
  • 1 large avocado, sliced
  • 1 tbsp black sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Rinse rice under cold water until clear. Cook with water and a pinch of salt until fluffy, about 15–18 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes and fluff.
  2. Combine mango, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Mix gently and set aside.
  3. Whisk mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth and creamy; transfer to a drizzle bottle if desired.
  4. Pat shrimp dry and toss with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and salt.
  5. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
  6. Assemble bowls with rice, shrimp, mango salsa, and sliced avocado.
  7. Drizzle with lime-chili sauce and sprinkle with black sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Dry shrimp thoroughly before cooking for best sear and char.
  • Slice avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
  • Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing sriracha.
  • Fresh lime juice is key for brightness in both salsa and sauce.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: Seared
  • Cuisine: American, Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 860 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 48 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 185 mg