Shrimp With Mango And Plantians Recipe

Escape to a tropical paradise with this vibrant shrimp dish! Inspired by a culinary adventure at the Fernandina Beach Shrimp Festival, this recipe combines sweet mango, savory shrimp, and subtly sweet plantains for a taste of island bliss. Perfect as a light lunch, appetizer, or a unique side dish, this recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor. Imagine yourself enjoying this dish after a day of sunshine and adventure – the perfect taste of the tropics, anytime.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 18 mins
Calories 320.4 kcal
Protein 35g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Shrimp With Mango And Plantians

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How to Make Shrimp With Mango And Plantians

  1. Peel and slice two ripe plantains into ½-inch thick rounds.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add plantains and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned.
  3. Remove plantains from skillet and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt.
  4. In the same skillet, pour in one (15-ounce) can of mango nectar. Simmer over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes, or until reduced and slightly thickened.
  5. While the nectar simmers, peel and chop two ripe mangoes into 1-inch chunks.
  6. Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp to the mango reduction. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until pink and opaque.
  7. To test the reduction, drag a spatula across the pan; if the sauce clings to the spatula for a moment before flowing back, it's ready.
  8. Remove the shrimp and mango reduction from heat and set aside in a bowl to cool slightly.
  9. Gently fold in the cooked plantains, chopped mangoes, and ¼ cup of chopped fresh cilantro.
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

145g

Fat

4g

Carbs

18g