Description
A delightful fall recipe that features grilled shrimp topped with a vibrant mango lime sauce, perfect for seasonal dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large peeled and deveined shrimp (tails on or off)
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for brushing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- 8 small skewers (soaked if wooden)
Instructions
- Prepare the mango lime sauce: In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, lime juice, lime zest, honey, minced shallot, jalapeño, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Use a fork to mash slightly so the sauce is chunky but saucy. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside to let flavors meld.
- Marinate the shrimp: Toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Thread shrimp onto skewers, leaving a little space between each to cook evenly.
- Heat the grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Brush grates with oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the shrimp: Place skewers on the grill and cook 2–3 minutes per side, until shrimp are opaque and have light char marks. Remove from grill and let rest for a minute.
- Serve: Spoon mango lime sauce generously over grilled shrimp and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve with warm bread, rice, or a baked seasonal side.
Notes
Choose ripe mangoes for the best flavor. Don’t overcook the shrimp, as they cook fast; watch for an opaque color. You can make the sauce up to 4 hours in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood