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Garlic Lime Shrimp Rice Bowl

Seared shrimp with garlic and lime served over rice with avocado and a drizzle of hot sauce. Fresh, fast, and ready in under 25 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
38g
Garlic Lime Shrimp Rice Bowl
quickfreshmexicanshrimptenderjuicyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.

  4. Step 4

    Add shrimp in a single layer. Let them sear for 2 minutes without moving.

  5. Step 5

    Flip shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes more until pink throughout and opaque.

  6. Step 6

    Squeeze lime juice over the shrimp and stir for 15 seconds to combine.

  7. Step 7

    Divide rice between two bowls and top with shrimp, avocado slices, and lime zest.

  8. Step 8

    Drizzle hot sauce over each bowl. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • paper towels
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • bowl (for serving)

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