Healthy Shrimp Poke Bowl: Flavor Meets Health!
Diet Essential! Easy Garlic Shrimp Poke Bowl Recipe with Fresh Ingredients
Craving a satisfying meal that’s both healthy and delicious, without the calorie worries? This poke bowl is your answer! Perfect for managing your diet, it’s packed with fresh vegetables and succulent shrimp, complemented by a flavorful garlic sauce. It’s designed to bring excitement to your healthy eating routine.
Main Ingredients- 100g chewy barley rice
- 1/2 cucumber, crisp
- 4 imitation crab sticks (krab), shredded
- 2 Tbsp canned sweet corn
- 1/3 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 30g carrot, finely diced
- 4 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 large shrimp, frozen, thawed
- 8 large lettuce leaves
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the vegetables. Cut the lettuce leaves into manageable pieces, about 5cm long. Dice the carrot and bell pepper into small, uniform cubes. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely by soaking in cold water.
Step 2
Thinly slice the onion. Gently shred the imitation crab sticks using a fork, following the grain for a tender texture. Dice the cucumber into small cubes, similar in size to the carrot and bell pepper.
Step 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they become translucent and start to turn a light golden brown. This process caramelizes the onions, bringing out their natural sweetness and a delightful aroma. Once caramelized, remove from heat and set aside.
Step 4
Now, let’s cook the shrimp to perfection. In the same pan (or a clean one), add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté over medium-low heat until the garlic is fragrant and just starting to turn translucent – be careful not to burn it. Add the thawed shrimp and cook until they turn pink and slightly golden on both sides.
Step 5
Arrange the washed and dried lettuce leaves at the bottom of your serving bowl or poke bowl. This fresh, crisp base will add a wonderful texture and flavor to your dish.
Step 6
Let’s whip up a delicious poke sauce! In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of vegan mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of sriracha sauce for a touch of heat, 2.5 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice for brightness, 1 tablespoon of honey for a hint of sweetness, and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper. Whisk everything together until well combined. Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your preference.
Step 7
Finally, artfully arrange all your prepared ingredients – the barley rice, sautéed onions, cooked shrimp, corn, tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper – on top of the lettuce base. While presentation is fun, don’t stress too much about perfection; piling everything in generously can be just as enjoyable!
