Description
Hawaiian-inspired Shrimp Poke Bowl delivers fresh ocean flavors and colorful nutrition in one delightful dish. Quick protein-packed meals like this bring island-style dining right to your kitchen, inviting you to savor each refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
Base:
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice (cooled)
Vegetables and Toppings:
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1 cup cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup edamame (shelled)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup radishes (thinly sliced)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 1 sheet of nori (cut into thin strips)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Marinade and Dressing Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional, for a spicy kick)
Instructions
- Create a vibrant marinade by blending soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a mixing container.
- Immerse shrimp in the marinade, ensuring complete coverage, then refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to enhance flavor absorption.
- Preheat a skillet to medium-high heat, carefully transfer marinated shrimp, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn opaque and develop a slight golden exterior.
- Craft a complementary dressing by whisking soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and optional sriracha until thoroughly integrated.
- Layer cooled sushi rice as a foundation in serving bowls, creating an even base for additional ingredients.
- Artfully arrange cucumber slices, avocado wedges, edamame, shredded carrots, and thinly sliced radishes around the rice perimeter.
- Position cooked shrimp strategically in the bowl’s center as the primary protein element.
- Generously drizzle prepared dressing across the bowl’s surface to enhance overall flavor profile.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions, sprinkle sesame seeds, and delicately place nori strips for textural complexity.
- Serve immediately, encouraging diners to mix ingredients for a harmonious culinary experience.
Notes
- Marinate shrimp for maximum flavor absorption by letting it sit in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes before cooking.
- Swap shrimp with tofu or grilled chicken for a protein alternative that caters to different dietary preferences.
- Toast sesame seeds briefly in a dry pan to enhance their nutty aroma and add a delightful crunch to the poke bowl.
- Use freshly cooked, slightly cooled sushi rice to prevent the grains from becoming mushy and maintain the perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 455
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg