Sushi restaurants often offer shrimp stacks or towers on their menu. They are a layered mix of rice, shrimp, avocado, and cucumber. The flavors blend together to create a mellow dish that’s a refreshing go-to when the weather heats up. These towers aren’t something most of us would attempt to make in our own kitchen, but they are an easy dish to create. I think it’s the layering factor that seems tricky to most people. But all you’ll need is a measuring cup to create the perfect-sized tower.
Make Your Presentation Tower Above the Rest
So whilst I don’t believe that presentation is everything with food (let’s be real…it’s the taste!), I do also love a good looking dish. When food is presented well it adds wow factor to the meal. It can make for great talking points at parties, and can turn the serving of a standard dish into something of an occasion. While this Spicy Avocado Shrimp Tower is far from standard, the combination of great tasting food along with exquisite presentation will have your guests talking about your dinner party long into the future.
A Word About Spray Oil…
In the recipe for this Spicy Avocado Shrimp Tower I mention spray oil. Guys…this is important! The light, even layer of oil that you spray into the cup is what’s going to help the tower to come out fully formed, without breaking. Don’t try to cheat by swilling oil around…the dish will come out oily and most likely broken. Spray oil is your friend here…do not start prepping without it!
If You Make This Dish…
So, ok guys! If you make this Spicy Avocado Shrimp Tower, please leave a comment and additionally give this recipe a share! I love to hear from all of you, and I surely always do my best to respond to your comments. Lastly, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram or Tik Tok! Because I like to look through and see your creations. Post to Instagram stories too so I can easily share with my fans!
Looking for Other Summertime Dishes?
This Spicy Avocado Shrimp Tower is a great dish for the summer…perfect for all your summer dinner parties when the weather is balmy and you need food that matches the season. If you are looking for other light summer foods, check out my Beet and Yogurt dip here!
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Spicy Avocado Shrimp Tower
Sushi restaurants often offer shrimp stacks or towers on their menu. They are a layered mix of rice, shrimp, avocado, and cucumber. The flavors blend together to create a mellow dish that’s a refreshing go-to when the weather heats up. These towers aren’t something most of us would attempt to make in our own kitchen, but they are an easy dish to create. I think it’s the layering factor that seems tricky to most people. But all you’ll need is a measuring cup to create the perfect-sized tower.
Ingredients
4–5 cooked shrimp, diced
1 teaspoon mayo
1/2 teaspoon Siracha
1/2 cup arugula leaves
1/2 cup diced cucumber
1/2 large avocado
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 cup cooked rice
Garnish:
Sesame seeds
Crispy onions
Instructions
1. Mix shrimp, mayo, siracha, and arugula leaves in a bowl.
2. Smash avocado, salt, pepper, sesame oil, and cilantro together.
3. Spray a 1 cup measuring cup with oil, place shrimp mix in first, and press down with a spoon, followed by cucumber, avocado mix, and finally the rice.
4. Flip over and turn out onto a plate. Top with sesame seeds and crispy onions.
What did you use to season the shrimp when cooking?
salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder
Thanks! I used smoked paprika, it was delicious!
I made this last night. It is so incredibly delicious and simple. Yummy!
I’ve made this a couple of times now, it’s my new favorite as a light first course for my besties.