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Shrimp Sushi Bowl Recipe

Crispy Shrimp Sushi Bowl Recipe for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Enjoy a flavorful Shrimp Sushi Bowl, perfect for easy weeknight dinners, packed with protein and customizable toppings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Sushi Base
  • 2 cups Sushi Rice or substitute with white rice
  • 3 cups Water for cooking the sushi rice
  • 1/4 cup Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
Protein
  • 1 cup Medium Cooked Frozen Shrimp or substitute with salmon or crispy tofu
Fresh Crunch
  • 1 medium English Cucumber diced
  • 1-2 count Avocados cut just before serving
Umami Flavor
  • 1 package Seaweed Snacks or substitute with nori
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
Spicy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha adjust to taste
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds
  • 1/2 cup Fried Onions sprinkle just before serving
  • 2 count Green Onions finely chopped

Equipment

  • Rice Cooker
  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse 2 cups of sushi rice under cold water until clear. Add rice and 3 cups of water to rice cooker or saucepan. Bring to boil, cover, and simmer for about 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes.
  2. Transfer warm rice to a bowl. In a separate bowl, mix together 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt until dissolved. Fold into warm rice and let cool for about 10 minutes.
  3. Dice 1 medium English cucumber and slice 1-2 avocados just before serving. Set aside.
  4. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup mayonnaise with 1-2 tablespoons sriracha. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Warm 1 cup of cooked frozen shrimp in a saucepan over low heat for 3-5 minutes, or in the microwave for 30 seconds.
  6. To assemble bowls, spoon sushi rice into each bowl, then add warmed shrimp, diced cucumber, and avocado. Optionally add seaweed snacks on top.
  7. Drizzle spicy mayo over the top, add a splash of soy sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds, fried onions, and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and customize toppings to your preference.

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