Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chilli Lime Prawns with Tangy Mango Salsa. This ultimate recipe combines succulent prawns marinated in zesty lime and spices, served with a refreshing mango salsa for a tropical seafood delight.
Ingredients
Scale
For Chilli Lime Prawns:
- 1 1/2 lbs large prawns, peeled and deveined (tails on optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- zest and juice of 2 limes
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- salt and black pepper to taste
For the Tangy Mango Salsa:
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the prawns: Combine olive oil, lime zest and juice, garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Add prawns, toss to coat, and marinate in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes.
- Prepare the mango salsa: Mix mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and salt in a bowl. Refrigerate until serving.
- Cook the prawns: Heat a skillet or grill pan, cook prawns for 2–3 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Serve: Plate prawns topped with mango salsa. Garnish with lime wedges.
Notes
- For extra zest, add a splash of orange juice to the marinade.
- This dish pairs well with coconut rice or warm tortillas for a tropical twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling, stovetop sauté
- Cuisine: Tropical-inspired, Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
