Description
These teriyaki shrimp avocados are the perfect blend of creamy, savory, and slightly spicy. Packed with protein, fresh veggies, and a pop of flavor in every bite, they’re an easy weeknight win or an eye-catching appetizer for guests.
Ingredients
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 lb raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cubed
Kosher salt & black pepper, to taste
1/3 cup teriyaki sauce
2 scallions, finely sliced
1/4 cup cucumber, finely diced
2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
1/2 cup uncooked sushi rice, cooked per instructions
2 tbsp soy sauce
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Sriracha, for garnish
Instructions
Cook sushi rice and set aside to cool slightly.
In a skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and firm, 2–3 minutes.
Stir in teriyaki sauce and cook for another minute. Remove from heat.
In a bowl, mix shrimp with scallions and cucumber.
Spoon a layer of sushi rice into avocado halves. Top with shrimp mixture.
Drizzle with soy sauce, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and finish with a touch of sriracha.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Sugar: 4g per serving
- Fat: 22g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 18g per serving
- Fiber: 6g per serving
- Protein: 22g per serving