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ado Rice Stack with Cilantro Honey Sauce Recipe

ado Rice Stack with Cilantro Honey Sauce Recipe
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This Honey Lime Shrimp & Avocado Rice Stack with Cilantro Honey Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for a fresh and slightly sweet-spicy weeknight dinner. Featuring juicy marinated shrimp glazed with honey and lime, served atop garlic-infused rice and creamy avocado, then drizzled with a refreshing cilantro honey sauce. This recipe balances sweet, tangy, and savory flavors with a creamy texture for an appealing and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

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Honey Lime Shrimp

  • 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • Zest and juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Garlic Rice

  • 1½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ tsp salt

Avocado Layer

  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • Pinch of salt

Cilantro Honey Sauce

  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1–2 tbsp water to thin (optional)

Optional Garnish

  • Lime wedges
  • Red chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Marinate Shrimp: In a bowl, whisk together honey, lime zest and juice, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss the shrimp to coat thoroughly and let them marinate for 10 to 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  2. Cook Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and develop a caramelized glaze. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Prepare Garlic Rice: In a separate pan, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the cooked jasmine or basmati rice along with salt and heat through thoroughly to combine flavors.
  4. Prepare Avocado: In a small bowl, toss the diced ripe avocados with fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt to prevent browning and add brightness.
  5. Make Cilantro Honey Sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine fresh cilantro leaves, honey, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water as needed to reach a drizzling consistency.
  6. Assemble Stack: On each serving plate, layer the garlic rice as the base. Top the rice with the honey lime shrimp, followed by the avocado layer. Generously drizzle the cilantro honey sauce over the top.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with red chili flakes to add a subtle heat and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra citrus zing.

Notes

  • Serve immediately while the shrimp is warm for the best flavor contrast and texture.
  • For a heartier meal, add roasted corn or black beans as additional layers in the stack.
  • You can substitute basmati rice with jasmine rice based on preference.
  • Adjust the amount of honey in the marinade and sauce to suit your desired sweetness level.
  • If you prefer less spice, omit or reduce the red chili flakes garnish.

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Keywords: Honey Lime Shrimp, Avocado Rice Stack, Cilantro Honey Sauce, Quick Dinner, Sautéed Shrimp, Healthy Dinner, Seafood Rice Bowl

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