Description
Hawaiian shrimp taco bowls deliver a tropical paradise of flavors with grilled succulent shrimp, zesty pineapple salsa, and cilantro-lime rice. Crisp textures and bold island-inspired seasonings invite diners to savor an unforgettable culinary escape that brings Pacific coastal cuisine directly to their plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
Base Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) jasmine rice
- 3 ears of corn, kernels removed
- 2 mangoes, diced
- ¼ cup (40 grams) shredded purple cabbage
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 2 tablespoons honey
Cilantro Lime Crema:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) sour cream
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Toppings:
- Pickled onions
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions, keeping it warm and fluffy for the upcoming taco bowls.
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking olive oil, garlic, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, sriracha, and honey in a mixing bowl. Submerge peeled shrimp completely in the marinade, allowing flavors to infuse for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully arrange marinated shrimp in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Sear for 3-4 minutes until the bottom develops a golden color, then flip and cook an additional 2-3 minutes until shrimp turn opaque and develop a slight char.
- Craft the zesty cilantro lime crema by blending sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, lime zest, finely chopped cilantro, and minced garlic until smooth and well incorporated.
- Construct taco bowls by distributing warm rice as the base. Layer with perfectly cooked shrimp, vibrant diced mango, sweet corn kernels, crunchy shredded purple cabbage, tangy pickled onions, and fresh cilantro leaves.
- Elevate the dish by generously drizzling cilantro lime crema over each bowl. Add an extra sprinkle of fresh cilantro for brightness. Serve immediately while ingredients are at peak temperature and flavor.
Notes
- Marinate shrimp in a zesty blend of olive oil, garlic, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, sriracha, and honey for maximum flavor infusion.
- Quick-cook shrimp in a hot pan until they turn opaque, creating a caramelized exterior that locks in juicy tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 532
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 67 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg