Spicy Shrimp Cucumber Sushi Boats Recipe
Spicy Shrimp Cucumber Sushi Boats are a refreshing, low-carb, and nutrient-packed dish featuring juicy seasoned shrimp atop a bed of sushi rice, creamy avocado mash, and crisp cucumber boats. Enhanced with a spicy mayo drizzle and sesame seed garnish, this recipe combines vibrant flavors and textures for a satisfying snack or light meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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For the Sushi Boats
- 1 cup sushi rice, cooked
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
For the Shrimp
- 24 shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¾ tsp garlic powder
- ¾ tsp onion powder
- ¾ tsp paprika
- ¾ tsp chili powder
- ¾ tsp dried oregano
- Salt to taste
For the Avocado Mash
- 3 avocados, rough mashed
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt to taste
For the Spicy Mayo
- ¼ cup Kewpie mayo (or regular mayo)
- 2 tsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: Coat the peeled and deveined shrimp evenly with olive oil and all the seasonings including garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, dried oregano, and salt.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until they turn opaque and are fully cooked through.
- Prepare Avocado Mash: In a bowl, combine the roughly mashed avocados with lime juice and salt. Adjust salt as needed for taste.
- Mix Spicy Mayo: In a separate bowl, whisk together the Kewpie or regular mayo with Sriracha sauce and honey if using. Adjust the spice level by adding more Sriracha if preferred.
- Prepare Cucumber Boats: Wash and dry the cucumbers thoroughly. Slice each cucumber lengthwise into quarters. Using a spoon or grapefruit spoon, scoop out the seeds and soft flesh from each quarter, creating hollow boat shapes.
- Assemble Sushi Boats: Spread about 1 tablespoon of the avocado mash into each cucumber boat as the base layer. Then add a layer of cooked sushi rice atop the avocado. Place 3 cooked shrimp on top of the rice in each boat.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle the spicy mayo over the shrimp-topped boats and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately to enjoy fresh and flavorful sushi boats.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for best flavor and texture.
- Sushi rice needs to be cooked and cooled before assembly.
- Adjust the spice level by controlling the amount of Sriracha in the mayo.
- Make the avocado mash fresh before serving to prevent browning.
- These sushi boats are best served immediately for optimal texture.
Keywords: spicy shrimp sushi boats, cucumber sushi boats, avocado shrimp boats, sushi appetizer, low carb sushi, healthy seafood snack
