Description
A delightful dish that combines bold flavors with a satisfying texture, featuring perfectly cooked shrimp infused with a spicy garlic sauce served over fluffy jasmine rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 grams (1 lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Water (for cooking rice)
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for another 5 minutes.
- While the rice is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sesame oil and allow it to heat up. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and start to caramelize. Flip the shrimp and add the chili paste and soy sauce. Stir well to coat the shrimp in the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Fluff the cooked jasmine rice with a fork and divide it among serving bowls. Top each bowl with the chili garlic shrimp, ensuring to drizzle any remaining sauce from the skillet over the shrimp.
- Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the shrimp and serve with lime wedges on the side. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the dish just before eating for an added burst of flavor.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- If allergic to shellfish, substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding fresh chili peppers or a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Chili Garlic Shrimp, Rice Bowl, Quick Dinner, Asian Cuisine