Tropical Lagoon Shrimp Bowls - Radio Promo
Nixie Neptune’s Tropical Lagoon Shrimp Bowls
Dive into flavor with Nixie Neptune’s Tropical Lagoon Shrimp Bowl — the official dish of ETI RADIO’s Mermaid Monday! This easy-to-make island delight features coconut-lime glazed shrimp nestled on pineapple-coconut jasmine rice, kissed with cucumber ribbons, avocado fans, and a shimmer of blue spirulina. It’s a beachside fantasy in every bite, perfect for pairing with your Seafoam Serenade mocktail and making waves at your next tropical gathering.
2026 ETI RADIO Mermaid Monday Premium Broadcast
- Hosted by Nixie Neptune Monday, March 16th — Begins at 4:30pm (Eastern Time)
- $5.50 for Access to the show or FREE for Monthly Auto‑Recurring Donors ETI RADIO
Dive into an evening of ocean‑inspired enchantment as Nixie — the sea‑salt‑kissed siren of the airwaves — welcomes you into her glowing coral studio beneath the waves. With her irresistible blend of mermaid charm and tiki‑bar mischief, she guides you through a dreamy soundscape of mermaid‑themed Exotica classics from legends like Les Baxter, Martin Denny, Arthur Lyman, plus a treasure chest of rare deep‑sea gems she’s personally “fished up” for the night.
- 🤿 Immerse yourself in unforgettable ocean‑inspired magic
- 🗿 Experience rare underwater tiki tracks with a shimmering mermaid twist, including lush exotica pulled from Tiki Brian’s legendary record crates
- 🍹 Sip along with sea‑inspired cocktails & mocktails crafted just for this broadcast
- 🧜🏻♀️ Explore mermaid‑themed culinary delights created exclusively for Mermaid Monday
- 💬 Chat live with fellow ETI RADIO listeners and share the magic in real time
- ✨ A production unlike any other — one of Tiki Brian’s most imaginative creations
Ingredients (Serves 2-3):
For the Coconut‑Lime Shrimp
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp ginger (minced)
- 1 tbsp honey
- Zest of 1 lime
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup coconut milk
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional, for a spicy mermaid)
- Salt to taste
For the Tropical “Lagoon” Rice
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- ½ cup diced pineapple
- ¼ cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Pinch of salt
For Mermaid Garnish
- Thin cucumber ribbons
- Sliced avocado
- Extra lime wedges
- A sprinkle of blue spirulina (optional, gives a magical lagoon shimmer)
Instructions:
1. Make the Lagoon Rice
- In a bowl, combine warm jasmine rice with pineapple, shredded coconut, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Toss gently until everything looks like a tropical shoreline.
2. Cook the Shrimp
- Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium.
- Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side.
- Stir in honey, lime zest, lime juice, coconut milk, paprika, and chili flakes.
- Simmer 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp in a glossy, mermaid‑approved glaze.
3. Assemble the Bowls
- Spoon the lagoon rice into bowls.
- Top with the coconut‑lime shrimp.
- Add cucumber ribbons and avocado slices for that undersea elegance.
- Dust lightly with blue spirulina for a shimmering “lagoon glow.”
This pairs beautifully with your Seafoam Serenade mocktail.
