🦐 Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Mango-Chili Glaze

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Juicy shrimp grilled to perfection, glazed with a sweet and spicy mango-chili sauce. A tropical twist on BBQ that’s perfect for summer dinners or party appetizers.

🧑‍🍳 Overview

  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 4
  • Cuisine: Tropical Fusion

📝 Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

  • 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges (for serving)
  • Wooden or metal skewers

For the Mango-Chili Glaze:

  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp salt

🧑‍🍳 Instructions

1. Soak the Skewers

  • If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning.

2. Make the Glaze

  • Blend mango, honey, lime juice, chili flakes, and salt until smooth.
  • Simmer in a saucepan for 5–7 minutes until thickened slightly. Set aside.

3. Prep the Shrimp

  • Pat shrimp dry and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Thread shrimp onto skewers (4–5 per skewer).

4. Grill the Skewers

  • Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Grill shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
  • During the final minute, brush with mango-chili glaze.

5. Serve

  • Serve skewers with lime wedges and extra glaze on the side.
  • Pairs perfectly with coconut rice or a fresh summer salad.

🍽️ Nutritional Highlights (per serving, approx.)

  • Calories: ~280
  • Protein: 24g
  • Carbs: 15g
  • Fat: 12g

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📂 Categories

  • Main Categories: Grilling, Seafood
  • Additional Tags:
    • Grilled Shrimp
    • Summer Recipes
    • Mango Sauce
    • BBQ Skewers
    • Easy Seafood
    • Spicy-Sweet Glaze