Blackened Shrimp Avocado Corn Bowl (Print Version)

Flavorful shrimp paired with creamy avocado corn salsa atop fluffy rice with Southwestern spices.

# Components:

→ Shrimp

01 - 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, adjust to taste
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Avocado Corn Salsa

11 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
12 - 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or thawed
13 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
14 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
17 - Juice of 1 lime
18 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Bowl Base & Garnish

19 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice, hot
20 - Lime wedges, for serving
21 - Extra cilantro, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Remove from heat.
03 - In another bowl, gently combine diced avocado, corn kernels, quartered cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño if using, lime juice, and salt.
04 - Divide hot cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Top each with blackened shrimp and a generous scoop of avocado corn salsa.
05 - Garnish bowls with extra cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Deliciously smoky and spicy shrimp that cook quickly.
  • Creamy avocado corn salsa adds freshness and brightness.
  • A simple, balanced bowl perfect for meal prep or entertaining.
  • Gluten-free and adaptable to various dietary preferences.
02 -
  • Use a large skillet to ensure shrimp cook evenly in a single layer.
  • Gently fold the avocado salsa ingredients to keep the avocado from becoming mushy.
  • Adjust seasoning and heat level by adding more or less cayenne and jalapeño.
  • Prepare ingredients ahead to speed up cooking time.
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