🍤 Teriyaki Shrimp Bowl with Pickled Veggies 🥢✨
This Teriyaki Shrimp Bowl with Pickled Veggies is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines sweet and savory teriyaki shrimp with tangy pickled veggies and fluffy sushi rice. Drizzled with spicy sriracha mayo, it’s a perfect blend of flavors and textures in one satisfying bowl! 🌟
Ingredients:
For the Shrimp:
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined 🍤
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce 🍘
1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) 🌿
1 tbsp sesame oil 🌟
1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
1/2 tsp grated ginger 🌿
For the Pickled Veggies:
1/2 cup carrots, julienned 🥕
1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced 🥒
1/4 cup rice vinegar 🍶
1 tbsp sugar 🍬
1/4 tsp salt 🧂
1 tbsp water
For the Sushi Rice:
2 cups cooked sushi rice 🍚
2 tbsp rice vinegar 🍶
1 tsp sugar 🍬
1/2 tsp salt 🧂
For the Sriracha Mayo:
1/4 cup mayonnaise 🥛
1 tbsp sriracha sauce 🌶️
1 tsp lime juice 🍋
Optional Garnishes:
1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted 🌟
2 green onions, sliced 🧅
Nori strips or seaweed flakes
Instructions:
1. Pickle the Veggies:
In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and water until dissolved.
Add the julienned carrots and sliced cucumbers. Let them pickle for at least 15-20 minutes.
2. Prepare the Sushi Rice:
Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl. Stir into warm cooked rice and set aside.
3. Cook the Shrimp:
Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
Pour in the teriyaki sauce and soy sauce. Toss the shrimp to coat evenly and cook for an additional minute until the sauce slightly thickens.
4. Make the Sriracha Mayo:
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice. Adjust spice level to taste.
5. Assemble the Bowls:
Divide the sushi rice into bowls. Top with teriyaki-glazed shrimp and pickled carrots and cucumbers.
Drizzle with sriracha mayo for a spicy kick.
6. Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle with sesame seeds, green onions, and nori strips. Serve immediately and enjoy the flavor-packed bowl!
Tips:
Protein Swap: Replace shrimp with tofu, chicken, or salmon for variety.
Spice It Up: Add more sriracha to the mayo or sprinkle chili flakes on top.
Extra Crunch: Include shredded red cabbage or edamame for additional texture.
This Teriyaki Shrimp Bowl with Pickled Veggies is a quick, healthy, and utterly delicious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. A bowl full of fresh, bold flavors awaits! 💛
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