Description
Flavor-packed shrimp and rice served in crisp lettuce or bell pepper boats, bursting with zesty, savory, and fresh ingredients. A playful, vibrant meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Shrimp (peeled and deveined): 450 grams – brings a sweet, briny flavor and succulent texture.
- Cooked Jasmine Rice: 3 cups – serves as the hearty, aromatic base.
- Garlic (minced): 3 cloves – infuses the dish with warm, earthy depth.
- Ginger (grated): 1 tablespoon – adds bright, peppery zing.
- Soy Sauce: 3 tablespoons – introduces umami richness and seasoning.
- Sesame Oil: 2 teaspoons – brings nuttiness and depth.
- Red Chili Flakes: ½ teaspoon – adds a subtle kick of heat.
- Green Onions (sliced): 2 stalks – for crunch and a hint of oniony freshness.
- Lime Juice: from 1 lime – balances everything with citrusy brightness.
- Cilantro (chopped): 2 tablespoons – for a burst of herbal freshness.
- Bell Peppers or Romaine Lettuce Leaves: 8–10 halves or leaves – serve as your edible boat vessels.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Drizzle in sesame oil.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix shrimp with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and chili flakes. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: While shrimp marinates, wash and dry your lettuce leaves or halve and deseed bell peppers. Set aside.
- Assemble the Dish: Add shrimp to the hot skillet. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and curled. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, add a touch more oil if needed, then stir-fry the rice until heated and slightly crispy. Mix in green onions, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Cook to Perfection: Toss the shrimp back in and mix until everything is well combined and warmed through.
- Finishing Touches: Spoon the shrimp and rice mixture into your prepared boats. Garnish with extra cilantro, a squeeze of lime, or your favorite drizzle sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately while warm. Prepare to hear a lot of “Wow, what is this deliciousness?”
Notes
- Use day-old rice for the best texture and flavor balance.
- Swap shrimp for tofu or chicken for different versions.
- To make gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Double the batch for easy meal prep or entertaining.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: shrimp rice boats, shrimp lettuce wraps, shrimp stuffed peppers, seafood appetizers, quick dinner ideas