Tropical Shrimp Rice Bowl

The Tropical Shrimp Rice Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with sweet caramelized pineapple, all glazed in a tangy-sweet sauce. Served over a bed of fluffy cilantro jasmine rice, this bowl offers a delightful balance of tropical sweetness, citrus brightness, and a hint of heat. It's a quick and easy meal, perfect for summer dinners or when you're craving something light yet satisfying. With its bold flavors and vibrant colors, this dish is sure to transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise.

Ingredients:

For the Rice:

• 3 cups cooked jasmine rice

• ½ tablespoon fresh minced cilantro

• Salt, to taste

For the Shrimp:

• ½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 tablespoon lime juice

• 2 tablespoons pineapple juice

• ¼ to ½ teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)

• Salt, to taste

For the Sauce:

• 8 oz can of pineapple chunks (drained, reserving juice)

• ½ cup pineapple juice

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce

• 2 tablespoons honey

• Zest from 1 lime

• Juice from 1 lime

• ½ teaspoon chili powder

• 1 tablespoon fresh minced cilantro

Directions:

1. Prepare the Rice: Cook the jasmine rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff the rice and fold in the fresh minced cilantro. Set aside.

2. Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp with lime juice, pineapple juice, chili powder, and salt. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.

3. Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, and fresh cilantro. Set aside.

4. Cook the Shrimp: Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a bit of oil. Add the marinated shrimp to the pan and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp and set aside.

5. Caramelize the Pineapple: In the same pan, add the drained pineapple chunks and sear them until they are nicely browned and caramelized, about 3–4 minutes.

6. Combine and Simmer: Pour the prepared sauce into the pan with the caramelized pineapple. Bring it to a simmer and let it cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.

7. Assemble the Bowl: Divide the cilantro rice between two bowls. Top with the cooked shrimp and caramelized pineapple. Pour the sauce over the top and garnish with additional fresh cilantro if desired.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 500 kcal

• Protein: 10 g

• Fat: 1 g

• Carbohydrates: 114 g

• Sodium: 1527 mg

• Potassium: 420 mg

• Fiber: 3 g

• Sugar: 41 g