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Spicy Sweet Chili Shrimp Rice Bowls

Juicy shrimp glazed in sweet chili garlic sauce served over fluffy rice with fresh vegetables and creamy avocado.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 rice bowls
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Seafood
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp Bowls
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 0.5 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1 cup cucumber sliced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rice cooker or saucepan
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp dry and lightly season with salt and pepper.
  2. Whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, sriracha, honey, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Heat olive oil and sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink and lightly golden.
  5. Pour sauce into skillet and toss shrimp until fully coated.
  6. Simmer briefly until sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Divide rice into bowls and top with shrimp, avocado, cucumbers, and carrots.
  8. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Serve with lime wedges and extra sriracha for additional brightness and spice.