Teriyaki Shrimp Rice Bowls (Print Version)

Glazed shrimp over rice with fresh veggies.

# What You'll Need:

→ Shrimp

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Teriyaki Sauce

02 - 1/3 cup soy sauce
03 - 2 tbsp mirin
04 - 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
05 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1 tsp ginger, grated
08 - 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water

→ Rice

09 - 1 1/2 cups jasmine or sushi rice
10 - 2 cups water

→ Vegetables & Garnish

11 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
12 - 1 cup shelled and cooked edamame
13 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
14 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
15 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds
16 - 1 sheet nori, sliced (optional)

→ Cooking Oil

17 - 1 tbsp neutral oil (e.g., canola or grapeseed)

# How to Make It:

01 - Rinse the rice until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before fluffing.
02 - While the rice cooks, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, stir in the cornstarch slurry, and cook for 1–2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
03 - Pat the shrimp dry. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Pour in the teriyaki sauce, toss to coat, and let briefly caramelize. Remove from heat.
04 - Divide the cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top with the teriyaki shrimp, carrots, edamame, cucumber, and green onions. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and nori strips if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The homemade teriyaki sauce tastes infinitely better than anything from a bottle.
  • It comes together in under thirty minutes for a weeknight win.
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the pan or the shrimp will steam instead of sear.
  • The sauce thickens quickly off the heat, so watch it closely.
03 -
  • Keep a towel nearby to wipe splatters from the sugary sauce.
  • Serve immediately to maintain the contrast between hot shrimp and cool veggies.

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