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Spicy Shrimp Rice Bowl: Deliciously Easy Weeknight Meal

This Spicy Shrimp Bowl features smoky shrimp, roasted carrots and broccoli, buttery jasmine rice, and a creamy, spicy lime mayo, all finished with a touch of hot honey for the perfect balance of sweet heat.
Servings: 4
Calories: 565

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 12-ounce bag fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 12-ounce bag fresh sweet petite carrots
  • tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon hot honey
Rice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice rinsed
  • cups water
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Black pepper to taste
Shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon Tony's Creole Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes optional
Creamy Spicy Lime Mayo
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • teaspoons sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Juice from ¼ lime
  • 1-2 teaspoons water
Garnish
  • Sliced scallions
  • Toasted sesame seeds

Method
 

Roast the Vegetables
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Place the broccoli florets on one side of a large baking sheet and the carrots on the other. Drizzle with olive oil and season with the garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  3. Toss until evenly coated and spread into a single layer.
  4. Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through. The broccoli should be tender with lightly browned edges after about 20 minutes. If you prefer softer, more caramelized carrots, continue roasting closer to 25 minutes.
  5. Immediately after removing the vegetables from the oven, drizzle with the hot honey and toss lightly to coat.
Cook the Rice
  1. While the vegetables roast, combine the rinsed jasmine rice, water, and salt in a medium saucepan.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from the heat and replace the lid with a clean kitchen towel. Let the rice rest undisturbed for 10 minutes.
  4. Fluff with a fork, then stir in the butter and a few grinds of black pepper.
Cook the Shrimp
  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
  2. Season with Tony's Creole Seasoning, smoked paprika, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes per side, or until opaque and lightly browned. Work in batches if needed.
Make the Creamy Spicy Lime Mayo
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
  2. Add water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the sauce reaches a drizzle-friendly consistency.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Divide the rice among serving bowls.
  2. Top with the roasted vegetables and shrimp.
  3. Drizzle with the Creamy Spicy Lime Mayo and finish with sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds.
Taste, adjust seasoning if needed, and enjoy.

    Notes

    Don't overcrowd the baking sheet. Giving the vegetables plenty of space helps them roast and caramelize instead of steam.
    Patting the shrimp dry before seasoning helps them develop a better sear.
    The hot honey may seem like a small addition, but it really ties everything together.
    Tony's Creole Seasoning gives this bowl a little Louisiana-inspired kick. If you prefer a milder flavor, Cavender's Greek Seasoning is also delicious.
    If you love extra sauce, feel free to double the mayo recipe.