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

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Shrimp With Mango And Plantians

1 (15-ounce) can mango nectar
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
2 ripe mangoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch chunks
1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
Fresh Cilantro
Sea salt to taste

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How to Make Shrimp With Mango And Plantians

Peel and slice two ripe plantains into ½-inch thick rounds.
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.
Remove plantains from skillet and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt.
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.
While the nectar simmers, peel and chop two ripe mangoes into 1-inch chunks.
Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp to the mango reduction. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until pink and opaque.
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.
Remove the shrimp and mango reduction from heat and set aside in a bowl to cool slightly.
Gently fold in the cooked plantains, chopped mangoes, and ¼ cup of chopped fresh cilantro.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

145g

Fat

Carbs

18g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Shrimp With Mango And Plantians?

Shrimp With Mango And Plantians takes about 33 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 18 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Shrimp With Mango And Plantians?

Shrimp With Mango And Plantians has approximately 320.4 calories per serving, with about 35 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Shrimp With Mango And Plantians?

The key ingredients for Shrimp With Mango And Plantians are Mango Nectar, Olive Oil, Plantains, Mangoes, Shrimp, Fresh Cilantro. See the full list with measurements above.