Description
A vibrant and flavorful Salmon Burrito Bowl featuring perfectly seasoned shrimp (or salmon) served over cilantro lime rice with avocado corn salsa and a dollop of sour cream, topped with fresh lime juice. This easy 30-minute recipe offers a delicious and healthy meal option combining pan-searing and air frying methods for cooking the seafood.
Ingredients
Shrimp Seasoning and Cooking
- ½ pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- ½-1 teaspoon salt
- ½-1 teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon oil (for pan searing)
- Oil spray (for air frying)
Bowl Components
- 2 cups cilantro lime rice
- 2 cups avocado corn salsa
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
- Lime (for juice and garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp
Pat dry the shrimp with a paper towel. Season generously with brown sugar, salt, pepper, and paprika to ensure the shrimp is fully flavored. - Cook shrimp by pan searing
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned shrimp and sear each side for about 2 minutes until the shrimp turns pink and is cooked through. - Or cook shrimp by air frying
Alternatively, spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place the seasoned shrimp in the basket in a single layer and air fry at 400°F (204°C) for 6 to 8 minutes until cooked through and slightly crisp. - Assemble the Salmon Burrito Bowl
Place a layer of cilantro lime rice in each bowl. Top with the cooked shrimp (or salmon if preferred), then add avocado corn salsa and a dollop of sour cream. Finish by squeezing fresh lime juice over the bowl to enhance flavors.
Notes
- Brown sugar in the shrimp seasoning adds a subtle sweetness that balances the spices.
- You can choose either pan searing or air frying for cooking the shrimp depending on your preferred cooking method.
- Substitute shrimp with salmon if desired, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- The cilantro lime rice and avocado corn salsa can be homemade or store-bought for convenience.
- Adding fresh lime juice at the end brightens and lifts all the flavors in the bowl.