Chili Lime Shrimp Bowls

Zesty, Spicy, and Ready in 15 Minutes

15 min
28g
Medium
Super Fast

A Tropical Heat Wave

When you need dinner *now*, these Easy Chili Lime Shrimp Bowls are the answer. We use succulent jumbo shrimp that cook in under 5 minutes, tossed in a bright and spicy glaze of lime juice, honey, and chili flakes. Served over a bed of cilantro lime rice, it’s a high-protein meal that packs a serious flavor punch.

Ingredients

  • Large Shrimp (peeled/deveined)1 lb
  • Chili Powder & Smoked Paprika1 tsp each
  • Fresh Lime Juice & Zest2 Limes
  • Honey or Agave1 Tbsp
  • Cooked Jasmine Rice2 Cups
  • Fresh Cilantro (chopped)1/4 Cup

Instructions

1

Season: Pat shrimp dry. Toss with chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

2

Sear: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.

3

Glaze: Turn off the heat. Pour in the lime juice, lime zest, and honey. Toss to coat the shrimp in the sticky sauce.

4

Serve: Scoop rice into bowls. Top with the glazed shrimp, extra cilantro, and a few slices of fresh avocado.

🍤 Pro Tip

Don’t overcook the shrimp! Shrimp are done the second they turn from translucent to pink and curl into a “C” shape. If they curl into an “O”, they’re overdone and can get rubbery.