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Sesame Shrimp Bowl

Tender shrimp with a ginger-soy glaze over warm rice, topped with crispy cucumbers, avocado, and sesame seeds. Ready in under 30 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
420
Protein
28g
Sesame Shrimp Bowl
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Stir soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic in a small bowl.

  2. Step 2

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

  3. Step 3

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

  4. Step 4

    Add shrimp and cook without stirring 90 seconds, then flip and cook 60 more seconds until pink throughout.

  5. Step 5

    Pour the soy-ginger sauce over shrimp. Toss to coat and cook 30 seconds until glossy.

  6. Step 6

    Divide rice between two bowls. Top with shrimp and sauce.

  7. Step 7

    Arrange cucumber slices and avocado on top. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

  8. Step 8

    Serve immediately while shrimp is hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • small bowl
  • paper towels
  • 12-inch skillet
  • 2 serving bowls
  • tongs or fork

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