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Shrimp Burrito With Cilantro Lime Rice - Fresh, Bright, and Satisfying

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Shrimp: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail off)
  • Spices for shrimp: 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pinch of black pepper
  • Olive oil or butter: 1–2 tablespoons
  • Lime: 2 limes (zest one, juice both)
  • Cooked rice: 3 cups warm white rice (jasmine or long-grain) or brown rice
  • Cilantro: 1/2 cup chopped, plus more for topping
  • Garlic: 1 clove, minced (for rice)
  • Tortillas: 4 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
  • Black beans: 1 cup cooked or 1 can (rinsed and drained)
  • Corn: 1 cup (frozen and thawed or canned, drained)
  • Cheese: 1–1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or cheddar
  • Avocado or guacamole: 1 sliced avocado or 1/2 cup guac
  • Pico de gallo or salsa: 1 cup
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt: 1/2 cup (optional)
  • Hot sauce: to taste
  • Salt and pepper: to taste

Method
 

  1. Make the cilantro lime rice: In a bowl, combine warm rice, lime zest, juice of 1 lime, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Fluff with a fork until evenly coated. Taste and adjust lime and salt.
  2. Season the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry. Toss with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add a squeeze of lime if you like extra brightness.
  3. Cook the shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add oil or butter. Cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink and just opaque. Do not overcook. Transfer to a plate and squeeze the second lime over the top.
  4. Warm the tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet 20–30 seconds per side, or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20–30 seconds. Warm tortillas are easier to fold and less likely to tear.
  5. Prep fillings: Warm beans and corn with a pinch of salt and a splash of water in a small pan or microwave. Drain well.
  6. Assemble: Lay a tortilla on a board. Add a line of cilantro lime rice, beans, corn, shrimp, cheese, salsa, avocado, and a small dollop of sour cream. Don’t overfill.
  7. Fold and roll: Fold the sides in, then roll from the bottom up, tucking as you go to seal. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  8. Optional toast: Place burritos seam-side down in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crisp. This melts the cheese and helps seal the seam.
  9. Serve: Slice in half if desired. Add extra cilantro, lime wedges, and hot sauce on the side.