Description
A vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of ripe mango with the spicy kick of jalapeño, served over grilled shrimp. Perfect for summer barbecues or a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Mango Jalapeño BBQ Sauce:
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 1–2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Shrimp:
- 500 g (1 lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning)
For Garnish (optional):
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Mango Jalapeño BBQ Sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the diced mango, jalapeño peppers, olive oil, honey, lime juice, ketchup, soy sauce, minced garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Marinate the Shrimp: Place the shrimp in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour about half of the mango jalapeño BBQ sauce over the shrimp, ensuring they are well coated. Reserve the remaining sauce for basting and serving. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Shrimp: Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers. Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn opaque and have a nice char. Be careful not to overcook.
- Baste and Serve: During the last minute of grilling, brush the shrimp with the reserved mango jalapeño BBQ sauce. Remove from the grill and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- Adjust the level of spiciness by varying the amount of jalapeño used.
- You can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion / Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 125 g (about 3 skewers)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg