Asian Shrimp Bowl (Print Version)

Juicy grilled shrimp over rice with fresh vegetables and zesty ginger-sesame dressing

# Components:

→ 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 shelled edamame, cooked
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, optional

# Directions:

01 - In a bowl, combine shrimp with soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes to infuse flavors.
02 - While shrimp marinates, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, honey, finely grated ginger, minced garlic, and sriracha in a small bowl. Reserve until assembly.
03 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill marinated shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque throughout.
04 - Divide cooked rice evenly among four serving bowls. Arrange edamame, cucumber slices, and julienned carrot over the rice base.
05 - Top each bowl with grilled shrimp, distributing evenly across the vegetables and rice.
06 - Drizzle ginger-sesame dressing generously over each bowl. Top with sliced scallions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything comes together in under half an hour, which means you can have a vibrant, colorful dinner on the table faster than delivery.
  • The ginger-sesame dressing is so good you'll want to drizzle it on salads, noodles, and anything else you can think of.
  • It feels indulgent and nourishing at the same time, the kind of meal that leaves you satisfied without feeling heavy.
02 -
  • Pat the shrimp completely dry before marinating, excess moisture will prevent them from getting a good sear and they'll end up rubbery.
  • Make the dressing ahead and let it sit in the fridge for an hour if you can, the flavors meld together and taste even better.
  • Don't skip the marinating time for the shrimp, even 10 minutes makes a noticeable difference in flavor.
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for a minute before sprinkling them on top, it intensifies their nutty flavor and makes them taste more complex.
  • If your shrimp are curling up too much while cooking, make a shallow slit along the back to relax the muscle, they'll cook more evenly and look prettier.
  • Double the dressing recipe and keep the extra in a jar, it's the kind of condiment you'll reach for all week long.
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