Classic Fast Shrimp Rice Bowl
This delicious and easy-to-make shrimp and rice bowl is packed with flavor and comes together quickly, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying weeknight meal. Featuring succulent shrimp, vibrant stir-fried vegetables, and a savory sauce, it's a healthy and customizable option everyone will love.
Equipment
- small saucepan
- bowl
- whisk
- large skillet or wok
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined fresh or frozen, thawed
- 1 cup jasmine or brown rice
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth, or water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium preferred
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger fresh is best
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup optional
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or more
Vegetables & Garnish
- 1 cup mixed stir-fry vegetables broccoli florets, bell peppers, snow peas, shredded carrots
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
- 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- In a small saucepan, combine rice and broth or water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- While rice cooks, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, honey (if using), and red pepper flakes in a small bowl to create the sauce.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque; cook in batches if needed.
- Add mixed stir-fry vegetables to the skillet with the cooked shrimp. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to slightly thicken the sauce.
- Divide the cooked rice among serving bowls and top with the shrimp and vegetable mixture.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Adjust the red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level. For a richer flavor, toast the sesame seeds lightly before garnishing. Feel free to substitute with your favorite quick-cooking vegetables.