Grilled Shrimp, Mango, And Avocado Recipe

Name: Grilled Shrimp, Mango, And Avocado
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup water; 1 tablespoon sugar; 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 3 limes); 2 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon finely grated carrot; 1 tablespoon thinly sliced serrano chile (about 1 chile); 36 large shrimp (about 2 pounds); Cooking spray; 2 ripe unpeeled avocados, halved; 2 peeled mangoes, each cut into 6 wedges; 12 lime wedges; 6 large Bibb lettuce leaves; Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Servings: persons

3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon sugar
6 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)
2 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon finely grated carrot
1 tablespoon thinly sliced serrano chile (about 1 chile)
36 large shrimp (about 2 pounds)
Cooking spray
2 ripe unpeeled avocados, halved
2 peeled mangoes, each cut into 6 wedges
12 lime wedges
6 large Bibb lettuce leaves
Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

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1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a small bowl. Reserve 3/4 cup juice mixture. Stir carrot and chile into remaining 1/2 cup juice mixture, and set aside.
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2. Peel shrimp, leaving tails intact. Starting at tail end, butterfly each shrimp, cutting to, but not through, backside of shrimp. Combine reserved 3/4 cup juice mixture and shrimp in a large bowl, tossing to coat; cover and marinate in refrigerator 1 hour, tossing occasionally. Remove shrimp from bowl, reserving marinade.
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3. Prepare grill for medium-high heat.
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4. Place reserved marinade in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes. Cool slightly.
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5. Thread 3 shrimp onto each of 12 (10-inch) skewers. Place shrimp on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill shrimp 2 1/2 minutes on each side or until done, basting frequently with cooked marinade.
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6. Cut 3 avocado halves in half lengthwise; peel and dice remaining avocado half. Brush cooked marinade over mango and avocado wedges; coat with cooking spray. Arrange in a single layer on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Coat lime wedges with cooking spray; place on grill rack. Grill fruit 2 minutes on each side or until marked but not soft, basting frequently with marinade.
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7. Place 1 lettuce leaf on each of 6 salad plates; top each leaf with 2 mango slices, 2 lime wedges, and 1 avocado wedge. Place 2 skewers on each plate; sprinkle evenly with diced avocado. Sprinkle with cilantro, if desired. Serve with carrot mixture.

1094

kcal

Calories

Carbs

223

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon sugar, 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 3 limes), 2 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce, and more.

Yes, Grilled Shrimp, Mango, And Avocado falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Shrimp, Mango, And Avocado

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