Description
Zesty shrimp & rice bowl with pineapple salsa combines tropical flavors for a mouthwatering meal that transports palates to island paradise. Crisp pineapple chunks and succulent shrimp create a perfect balance of sweet and savory you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- Olive oil, for coating
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp with olive oil, Old Bay seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, ensuring even coating.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F and cook shrimp for 6 minutes, turning midway to ensure uniform golden crispiness.
- Create vibrant pineapple salsa by combining diced pineapple, red onion, tomato, and fresh cilantro with lime juice, seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Craft smooth avocado crema by blending ripe avocado, Greek yogurt, cilantro, green onion, lime juice, salt, pepper, olive oil, and water until silky, adjusting liquid for desired thickness.
- Construct rice bowls by laying down fluffy Jasmine rice as foundation, arranging golden air-fried shrimp on top.
- Garnish with colorful pineapple salsa, delicate avocado slices, and generously drizzle with creamy avocado crema for a harmonious flavor profile.
Notes
- Maximize shrimp flavor by marinating for 15-30 minutes before cooking to enhance seasoning absorption and tenderness.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes in salsa or using alternative spices like cayenne or chili powder for personalized spiciness.
- Ensure crispy air-fried shrimp by patting them dry before seasoning and avoiding overcrowding in the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Create dietary alternatives like using cauliflower rice for low-carb version or swapping shrimp with tofu for vegetarian protein option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 120
- Sodium: 380
- Fat: 2
- Saturated Fat: 0.3
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 195