Spicy Mango Lime Grilled Shrimp That Elevates Any Party Appetizer
Grilled Shrimp With Spicy Mango Lime Coulis is a vibrant dish that balances smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors for a tropical culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 minutes 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 ripe mangoes, peeled and chopped
1-2 fresh red chilies, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper for extra heat
Instructions
- Rinse and pat shrimp dry. Combine garlic, ginger, olive oil, salt, pepper, and half the lime juice. Toss shrimp in marinade for 15–20 minutes.
- Blend mangoes, chilies, remaining lime juice, lime zest, and honey until smooth. Adjust sweetness or heat. Set aside.
- Preheat grill to medium-high and oil grates. Thread shrimp onto skewers.
- Grill shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred. Avoid overcooking.
- Taste and adjust coulis seasoning. Drizzle some on a platter before placing shrimp.
- Arrange shrimp on platter, spoon coulis on top, and sprinkle cilantro. Serve warm.
- Optional: add cayenne or sliced chilies for extra heat.
Notes
Use ripe mangoes for sweetness, avoid overcooking shrimp, and adjust coulis thickness with water.