Seared Shrimp Bowl with Lime & Cilantro
Garlic-seared shrimp over rice with fresh lime juice, cilantro, and a drizzle of chili oil. Built for speed and maximum flavor with minimal technique.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 32g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.
Step 3
Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
Step 4
Add shrimp to the skillet and cook 90 seconds per side without moving. Shrimp should turn opaque pink.
Step 5
Pour lime juice over shrimp, then remove from heat immediately.
Step 6
Divide cooked rice between two bowls and top with seared shrimp.
Step 7
Drizzle each bowl with chili oil, scatter cilantro on top, and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch cast iron or stainless steel)
- paper towels
- measuring spoons
- knife and cutting board
- bowls (2)
- spoon
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