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Blackened Shrimp Bowl

A quick and flavorful main course featuring blackened shrimp over a bed of rice and colorful veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
  • 1 cup bell peppers sliced (red, yellow, or green)
  • 1 cup corn fresh or frozen
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with blackening seasoning until well-coated.
  3. Heat a skillet on medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  4. Add the shrimp in a single layer to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until opaque and slightly charred.
  5. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  6. In the same skillet, add sliced bell peppers and corn, sautéing for about 3-4 minutes until tender.
  7. In serving bowls, layer cooked rice, sautéed veggies, and blackened shrimp.
  8. Top each bowl with sliced avocado and fresh cilantro.
  9. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a dash of hot sauce to your bowl before serving.