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Rice Stack with Cilantro Hot Honey Sauce Recipe

Rice Stack with Cilantro Hot Honey Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

This recipe for Honey Lime Shrimp & Avocado Rice Stack with Cilantro Hot Honey Sauce is a delightful combination of flavors and textures that come together beautifully in a visually stunning presentation. Succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty lime dressing, paired with creamy avocado, fluffy rice, and a spicy-sweet cilantro hot honey sauce, all stacked to create an impressive dish that’s as delicious as it is eye-catching.

Ingredients

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For the Shrimp:

  • 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Zest and juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Rice Stack:

  • 1 1/2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

For the Cilantro Hot Honey Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes or chili paste (adjust to taste)
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink, lightly caramelized, and cooked through.
  3. Prepare the Cilantro Hot Honey Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, chili flakes or paste, and salt.
  4. Assemble the Stack: Press a layer of rice into a bowl or ring mold. Top with diced avocado and cooked shrimp. Carefully invert onto a plate.
  5. Drizzle with Sauce: Drizzle generously with cilantro hot honey sauce and serve immediately.

Notes

  • To enhance the presentation, consider using a ring mold for stacking the ingredients.
  • Adjust the spice level of the cilantro hot honey sauce to suit your taste preferences.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-searing, Mixing
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 430 kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 340mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 205mg

Find it online: https://yumsprint.com/rice-stack-with-cilantro-hot-honey-sauce-recipe/