Description
A vibrant and flavorful Chipotle & Lime Prawn Burrito Bowl featuring zesty lime-infused rice, spicy chipotle-marinated prawns, and fresh vegetables topped with creamy low-fat crème fraîche, perfect for a quick and delicious meal that combines smoky, tangy, and fresh flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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Pickled Red Onion
- 1 red onion, finely sliced
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp caster sugar
- Pinch of salt
Rice & Bean Mix
- 250g leftover cooked rice
- 1 lime, zested and juiced
- 4 spring onions, finely sliced (most for the rice mix, some for topping)
- 400g can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Prawn Marinade
- 2 tsp chipotle paste
- ½ tsp honey
- 1 lime, zested and juiced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 125g cooked king prawns
Toppings
- 198g can sweetcorn, drained
- 1 avocado, stoned, peeled and sliced
- 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp low-fat crème fraîche
- ½ small bunch coriander, roughly chopped
- ½ tsp chilli flakes (optional)
- Extra lime wedges to serve (optional)
Instructions
- Pickle the Red Onion: Combine the finely sliced red onion with apple cider vinegar, caster sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cover the mixture and allow it to pickle for at least 1 hour or overnight to develop a tangy, sweet flavor and soften the onion.
- Prepare the Prawns: In a bowl, mix the chipotle paste, honey, lime zest and juice, and olive oil. Toss the cooked king prawns in this marinade until they are well-coated with the spicy and citrusy mixture. Set aside to allow the flavors to blend.
- Make the Rice Base: Place the leftover cooked rice in a large bowl. Add lime zest and juice, most of the finely sliced spring onions, and the drained kidney beans. Season lightly with salt and toss to combine evenly. Distribute this mixture evenly into two shallow serving bowls.
- Assemble the Burrito Bowls: Top the rice base with the pickled red onions, marinated chipotle prawns, drained sweetcorn, sliced avocado, remaining spring onions, and finely chopped tomatoes.
- Finishing Touches: Spoon over the low-fat crème fraîche, sprinkle with roughly chopped coriander and chilli flakes if you prefer extra heat. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over just before eating.
Notes
- For best flavor, allow the red onions to pickle overnight.
- Use cooked, peeled prawns for convenience and to ensure quick assembly.
- The chipotle paste adds smokiness and heat—adjust the amount or omit chilli flakes to control spice level.
- Leftover rice is ideal for this recipe to save time and add texture.
- Serve immediately after assembling to keep avocado fresh and vibrant.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Keywords: chipotle prawn bowl, lime prawn burrito bowl, quick Mexican-inspired meal, healthy prawn recipes, low-fat burrito bowl
