Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp Stack is a delicious and elegant fusion dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic butter, layered beautifully with avocado, cucumber, and fragrant jasmine rice. Perfect for a quick yet impressive meal or meal prep, this gluten-free recipe balances rich flavors and fresh textures in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Sauce
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Stack Components
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Shrimp: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp, salt, and pepper, cooking for 2–3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Squeeze in lemon juice and stir to coat evenly. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Stacks: Use a round mold or small bowl lined with plastic wrap. Start by layering 1/2 cup of cooked rice at the bottom. Add a few spoonfuls of diced cucumber and avocado on top of the rice. Finish by placing the garlic butter shrimp as the top layer. Press gently to shape the stack, then invert onto a serving plate.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top and add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle with sriracha mayo or soy glaze before serving.
- Substitute cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
- Great option for meal prep; assemble stacks right before serving to keep textures fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
