Garlic Shrimp Bowls with Spicy Mayo and Green Beans

These shrimp bowls are a flavor-packed dinner that comes together in just 20 minutes. You’ll get tender jasmine rice, garlicky seared shrimp and blistered green beans, all topped with a creamy spicy mayo drizzle and crunchy sesame seeds. It’s a satisfying meal that beats takeout any night.

This recipe is all about big flavors and simple steps. The shrimp are seasoned with garlic powder and quickly seared, while the green beans get a nice char in the same pan. A quick homemade spicy mayo (just add water to thin) brings everything together. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious without the fuss.

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Ingredients

8 ounce Green BeansView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.75 cup Jasmine RiceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce ShrimpView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon Spicy MayoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Sesame SeedsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Garlic PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. In a small pot, combine rice, 1¼ cups water (2¼ cups for 4 servings) and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until rice is tender, 15-18 minutes. Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.
2. While rice cooks, wash and dry produce. Trim green beans if needed. Thinly slice scallions, separating white and green parts.
3. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add green beans; season with half the garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly blistered, 5-6 minutes. Transfer to a plate and wipe out the pan.
4. Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Season with remaining garlic powder, salt and pepper. Heat a drizzle of oil in the same pan over high heat. Add shrimp and scallion whites; cook, stirring, until shrimp are opaque and cooked through, 3-4 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, mix spicy mayo with water 1 teaspoon at a time until drizzling consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Fluff rice with a fork; season with salt and pepper. Divide rice among bowls. Top with shrimp and green beans in separate sections. Drizzle shrimp with spicy mayo; sprinkle with scallion greens and sesame seeds. Serve.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use frozen shrimp?

Yes, thaw them completely and pat dry before cooking. Adjust cooking time slightly if needed.

What can I substitute for jasmine rice?

Any long-grain rice works, like basmati or white rice. Adjust water and cooking time according to package directions.

How do I make spicy mayo from scratch?

Mix 3 tablespoons mayonnaise with 1 tablespoon sriracha (or to taste) and a squeeze of lime juice.