Turmeric Free Whole30 Smoky Chipotle Shrimp Cauliflower Rice Bowls
Smoky, spicy, and loaded with color, these bowls deliver serious restaurant energy from your own stovetop. The chipotle chili powder and smoked paprika do the heavy lifting on flavor, giving the shrimp a bold, slightly charred crust that pairs beautifully with cool, lime-dressed slaw and creamy avocado. Cauliflower rice gets a proper sear in the skillet until the edges turn golden, so it actually tastes like something rather than just a grain substitute. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of turmeric — no spice blends to scrutinize, no curry-adjacent seasonings hiding in the mix, just a clean, straightforward lineup you can shop with confidence. That matters more than it sounds, because turmeric has a way of sneaking into pre-made spice rubs, store-bought cauliflower rice packets, and even some hot sauces. Building everything from scratch means you stay in full control without sacrificing any of the boldness. These bowls are the kind of weeknight dinner that looks impressive enough to serve to guests and tastes even better than it looks.
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4 servings
For the shrimp
- 1 ½ lb large shrimp (21–25 count), peeled and deveined, tails on or off
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
For the cauliflower rice
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 2 lb), cut into florets
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the slaw
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- 2 ripe avocados, halved, pitted, and sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pulse the cauliflower florets in a food processor in two batches until broken down into rice-sized pieces, about 8–10 pulses per batch. Do not over-process — the pieces should resemble coarse grains, not a paste.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shrimp with the chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, cayenne, and 1 tbsp lime juice. Toss until every shrimp is evenly coated, then set aside to marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
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