Description
A delicious and healthy Coconut Garlic Shrimp served with a flavorful Sweet Potato Rice Bowl, combining tropical coconut flavors with savory shrimp and a nutritious rice base.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and grated
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp butter (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the jasmine rice according to package instructions, substituting water with coconut milk for extra flavor.
- While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until shrimp is pink and cooked through.
- In a separate pan, heat a bit of olive oil, and sauté the grated sweet potato for 5-6 minutes until tender.
- Combine the cooked rice, sweet potato, and shrimp in a large bowl. Drizzle with lime juice and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- If desired, add a pat of butter to the rice for extra richness before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add chili flakes or jalapeños to the shrimp seasoning.
- Can substitute regular rice for quinoa for a higher protein option.
- Ensure shrimp is not overcooked to avoid rubbery texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: Coconut, Shrimp, Sweet Potato, Rice Bowl, Healthy, Low Calorie, Seafood