Asian Shrimp Bowl with Ginger-Sesame (Printable Version)

Grilled shrimp over fluffy rice with fresh vegetables and zesty ginger-sesame dressing

# What You'll Need:

→ Shrimp Marinade

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Rice Base

07 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or sushi rice

→ Vegetables

08 - 1 cup cooked shelled edamame
09 - 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
10 - 1 cup carrot, julienned
11 - 2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced
12 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

→ Ginger-Sesame Dressing

13 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
14 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
16 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
17 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
18 - 1 clove garlic, minced
19 - 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili sauce

# Directions:

01 - Combine shrimp with soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper in a bowl. Allow to marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
02 - Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, honey, finely grated ginger, minced garlic, and sriracha in a small bowl until well combined. Set aside.
03 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill marinated shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through.
04 - Divide cooked rice evenly among four serving bowls. Arrange edamame, cucumber slices, and julienned carrot over the rice base.
05 - Place grilled shrimp over each bowl of vegetables and rice.
06 - Drizzle each bowl generously with ginger-sesame dressing. Garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It is incredibly quick to make, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish.
  • The combination of ginger, garlic, and sesame oil creates a deeply aromatic flavor profile.
  • With 26g of protein and only 370 calories per serving, it’s a nutritious choice for lunch or dinner.
02 -
  • Ensure the grill pan is preheated to medium-high for the best sear on the shrimp.
  • Julienne the carrots into very thin matchsticks to ensure they distribute evenly throughout the bowl.
  • Whisk the dressing thoroughly right before drizzling to ensure the honey and oil are well emulsified.
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