Shrimp & Rice Bowl w/ Pineapple Salsa
This Shrimp & Rice Bowl features succulent shrimp served over a bed of rice and topped with fresh pineapple salsa.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
the Pineapple Salsa
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Pinch of salt
For the Rice
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Cook until the shrimp turn pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, and a pinch of salt to make the salsa.
- In a separate pot, mix the cooked rice with butter or olive oil, lime zest, and salt until well combined.
- To serve, place the rice in a bowl, top with the shrimp, and add the pineapple salsa on top.
Notes
You can adjust the spice level of the salsa by adding more jalapeño or omitting it entirely.