Shrimp and Watermelon Poke Bowl
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PortionsWe’ve all heard about poke and poke combos, but what about watermelon and shrimp? Chef Mai Pham of Star Ginger Asian Grill and Noodle Bar in Sacramento, CA, prepares this blissful bowl of smoky pan-seared shrimp, juicy watermelon, avocado, pineapple, edamame, sliced jalapeño, and fresh mint. The aloha spirit is all right here in this colorful, delicious and healthy Watermelon and Shrimp poke bowl!
Ingredients
- SAUCE
¼ cup Soy sauce
¼ cup Sugar
½ tsp Salt
3 Tbsp Ginger, minced
3 Tbsp Mirin or rice wine
2 Tbsp Toasted sesame seeds
SRIRACHA AIOLI1/3 cup Mayonnaise
1 tsp Garlic, finely minced
¼ tsp Salt
1 Tbsp Sriracha sauce
1 Tbsp White vinegar
½ tsp Paprika
½ tsp Cayenne (optional)
Ingredients10 each Shrimp, 31/40 ctn, P/D, tails off, raw
2 cups Watermelon, red mini seedless, cut into 2/3″ cubes
Ingredients2 Tbsp Canola oil
½ cup Red onions, cut lengthwise into 1/8″ slices
SALAD1 ½ cups Brown or white rice, cooked
3 cups Spring mix lettuces
½ cup Pineapple, cut into ½” cubes
½ ea Avocado, cut into ½” cubes
1/3 cup Edamame or peas (frozen, cooked)
½ ea Jalapeno, cut into thin 1/8″ slices
¼ cup Mint and/or Thai basil leaves and cilantro, cut into thirds
GARNISH¼ cup Quick Sriracha Aioli (recipe above)
¼ cup Onions, fried, fresh or store-bought
2 ea Lime wedges
Directions
- FOR THE SAUCE:
- Combine the ingredients. Set sauce aside.
- In a bowl combine shrimp with half of the sauce and allow to marinate. In another bowl, combine watermelon with remaining sauce. Set both aside to marinate for 20 minutes.
- Heat oil in saucepan over high heat. Add onions and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add shrimp with the marinade and cook just until done, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- FOR THE SRIRACHA AIOLI:
- Combine all ingredients and stir well to blend. Set aside for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- FOR THE SALAD:
- Place rice and spring mix in shallow bowl. Working in a circular pattern, top with shrimp along with onions and juice, pineapple, marinated watermelon, avocado, edamame, jalapeno, and mint. Garnish with drizzle of Sriracha Aioli, some fried onions and a lime wedge.
Shrimp and Watermelon Poke Bowl
Notes
- When it comes to making poke bowls, there are no rules! Instead of the traditional tuna, here we feature seared shrimp and watermelon — a delectable cooked/raw combination — along with a variety of vegetables for fun flavors and textures.
- The Sriracha Aioli is a versatile sauce that gives body and flavor to the poke bowl. It’s also delicious as a dip for any fried and grilled foods such as grilled fish and fried cauliflower.
- Source: Chef Mai Pham, Star Ginger and Lemon Grass Kitchen, www.starginger.com
