Baja Shrimp Bowl
- 25 min
- Serves 4
- 28 ingredients
20 minutes to prep, 5 to cook. A vibrant Baja‑inspired shrimp bowl packed with juicy shrimp, creamy chipotle‑lime sauce, and crunchy cabbage slaw. The smoky chipotle, bright lime, and fresh cilantro make it a quick, healthy dinner perfect for meal‑prep or a satisfying weeknight meal.
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Method
Creamy Chipotle Lime Sauce: In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, sour cream, avocado mayo, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, lime juice, honey, salt and garlic powder. Mix well and refrigerate.
Slaw
In a bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, shredded green cabbage, shredded carrots, thinly sliced red onion, fresh chopped cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt and garlic powder. Toss thoroughly and refrigerate.
Shrimp preparation
Place the shrimp in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, add the minced garlic, taco/fajita seasoning, and adobo sauce. Toss until evenly coated.
Cook the shrimp
Heat a greased large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook 2‑3 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through.
Assemble the bowls
Divide cooked jasmine rice among serving bowls, top with the cooked shrimp, a generous scoop of the creamy chipotle lime sauce, slaw, diced avocado, grated Cotija, and extra fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.
Tips while you cook
- Chill sauces before serving
- Refrigerate the creamy chipotle lime sauce and the slaw after mixing.
- Watch shrimp cooking time
- Cook the shrimp 2‑3 minutes per side on medium‑high heat until fully cooked through.
- Prepare slaw ahead
- Toss the slaw ingredients and refrigerate while the shrimp cooks to save time.
- Use pre‑cooked jasmine rice
- Have jasmine rice cooked beforehand.
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