Description
A vibrant dish that transforms ordinary prawns into a flavor-packed delight with zesty, tropical flavors.
Ingredients
- 500g prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chilli powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Mix lime juice, chilli powder, olive oil, and salt in a bowl. Add the prawns, ensuring they’re well coated, then let them marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated prawns for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- In another bowl, toss diced mango, red onion, red bell pepper, cilantro, and a pinch of salt to create the salsa.
- Serve the cooked prawns hot alongside the tangy mango salsa.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add chopped jalapeños to your mango salsa or increase the chilli powder in your marinade. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican