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Spicy Garlic Shrimp Burrito Bowl

This vibrant and flavorful Spicy Garlic Shrimp Burrito Bowl features perfectly cooked shrimp marinated in a zesty garlic and spice blend, served over a bed of rice with black beans, corn, fresh avocado, salsa, and a creamy Greek yogurt drizzle. It's a quick and easy meal packed with bold flavors and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Large skillet
  • Small saucepan
  • Serving bowls

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Fresh shrimp peeled, deveined, tails on or off
  • 4-5 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika (smoked or sweet)
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper or to taste
  • 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
  • 2 cups Cooked rice (brown or white)
  • 1 (15-oz) can Black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Corn (fresh, frozen, or canned kernels)
  • 1 Avocado diced
  • 1/2 cup Salsa (your favorite spicy variety)
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 Jalapeño thinly sliced (fresh)
  • 1/4 cup Red onion thinly sliced
  • A few dashes Hot sauce to taste
  • Lime wedges For serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cook rice according to package directions, then rinse and drain black beans, gently warming them and the corn if desired.
  • In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with minced garlic, olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, tossing to coat.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the marinated shrimp in a single layer, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque; remove and set aside.

Assembly

  • To assemble, divide the cooked rice among individual serving bowls.
  • Top the rice with the warmed black beans and corn.
  • Arrange the cooked garlic shrimp over the rice, beans, and corn.
  • Pile on toppings including diced avocado, spicy salsa, Greek yogurt, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, fresh jalapeño slices, and thinly sliced red onion.
  • Drizzle with a few dashes of hot sauce for an extra kick.
  • Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and serve immediately with extra lime wedges.

Notes

For a quicker prep, use pre-cooked shrimp and warm it gently. Adjust the amount of chili powder, jalapeño, and hot sauce to control the spice level. This bowl is highly customizable; feel free to add your favorite vegetables or a different protein like chicken or fish.