Street Corn Inspired Shrimp Rice Bowl
I can’t get enough of all things street corn and this Street Corn Inspired Shrimp Rice Bowl is a new recent fixation for an easy weeknight dinner. This recipe packs in flavor, is so easy to make and perfect to make when you want something that requires minimal effort but still delicious.
This Street Corn Inspired Shrimp Rice Bowl is one of those meals that feels like summer in a bowl and I’m so in love with it! It has everything you want in an easy weeknight dinner with juicy seasoned shrimp, warm rice, a creamy street corn mixture, and fresh toppings. It’s the perfect balance of heat, lime, and flavor in every bite. This bowl comes together quickly but still so fresh for a nourishing meal.
If you love the flavors of Mexican street corn, this recipe takes all of those delicious elements and turns them into a simple high-protein meal prep friendly bowl. The shrimp cook in just a few minutes, and paired with fluffy rice, charred corn, creamy sauce, avocado, and fresh cilantro, it becomes one of those meals you’ll crave again before the leftovers are even gone. Perfect for busy weeknights, lunches throughout the week, or anytime you want something flavorful without spending hours in the kitchen.
What you need for Street Corn Inspired Shrimp Rice Bowl:
- Jasmine Rice
- Cilantro
- Avocado
- Cotija Cheese
What you need for blackened shrimp:
- Raw Shrimp, Deveined and Tails Removed
- Avocado Oil
- Paprika
- Chili Powder
- Brown sugar
- Onion Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Cayenne Pepper
- Cumin
- Salt
- Black Pepper
What you need for street corn:
- Roasted Corn
- Jalapeno
- Cilantro
- Red Onion
- Mayo
- Cotija Cheese
- Plain Greek yogurt
- Lime
- Cumin
- Smoked Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Chili Powder
- Sea Salt
- Black Pepper
How to make this Shrimp Rice Bowl:
- In a small bowl, mix shrimp with seasonings to coat.
- On a heated and seasoned cast iron, add shrimp to cook until pink and set aside once done.
- In a medium bowl, combine ingredients for street corn and mix to combine. Set aside.
- Prepare jasmine rice according to package.
- Assemble bowls with jasmine rice, sauteed shrimp and street corn topping. Add avocadao, cilantro and grated cotija cheese on top. Enjoy!
How to store your leftovers:
It’s best to store any leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge and reheated the next day in the microwave. I like using these!
If you want to switch it up, try doing this instead:
- Use brown rice or quinoa instead!
- Cook the shrimp with taco seasoning instead of the blackened spices.
- Add more veggies like sauteed zucchini or bell peppers!
FAQs:
Yes! This is great for meal prep and can be reheated the next day or two as well.
I like using my cast iron skillet to get the shrimp extra crispy but these can also be cooked on a non-stick pan.
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Street Corn Inspired Chicken Enchiladas
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Street Corn Inspired Shrimp Rice Bowl
This Street Corn Inspired Shrimp Rice Bowl is packed with flavor and perfect to make for an easy weeknight dinner
Ingredients
- 1 lb. raw shrimp, deveined and tails removed
- ½–1 tablespoon oil (avocado, olive, or vegetable oil)
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- ½ tablespoon (1½ teaspoons) chili powder
- 1¼ teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- for the street corn:
- 1 cup roasted corn
- 1 jalapeno, finely diced
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 3 tbsp red onion, finely diced
- 3 tbsp cotija cheese
- 2 tbsp cilantro
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 3 tbsp mayo
- 2 tbsp plain greek yogurt
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- for the bowls:
- 1/2 cup jasmine rice
- 1/4 avocado
- 1 tbsp cilantro
- 1/4 cup street corn
- optional: grated cotija on top
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix shrimp with seasonings to coat.
- On a heated and seasoned cast iron, add shrimp to cook until pink. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine ingredients for street corn and mix to combine. Set aside.
- Prepare jasmine rice according to package.
- Assemble bowls with jasmine rice, sauteed shrimp and street corn topping. Add avocadao, cilantro and grated cotija cheese on top.
- Enjoy!
Notes
The street corn and shrimp will serve for 2-3 bowls.
