Spicy Lime Shrimp With Mango Cabbage Slaw (Printable)
Zesty lime-marinated shrimp over crisp mango cabbage slaw
# List of ingredients:
→ For the Spicy Lime Shrimp
01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
04 - 2 tsp lime zest
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tsp chili powder
07 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
09 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ For the Mango Cabbage Slaw
11 - 2 cups shredded red cabbage
12 - 1 cup shredded green cabbage
13 - 1 ripe mango, peeled and julienned
14 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
16 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
17 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
18 - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
19 - 2 tbsp olive oil
20 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
21 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ To Serve
22 - Lime wedges
23 - Extra cilantro
# Steps:
01 - Combine shrimp with olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss thoroughly and marinate for 10-15 minutes while preparing the slaw.
02 - In a large bowl, toss together red and green cabbage, julienned mango, chopped cilantro, and thinly sliced red onion until evenly distributed.
03 - Whisk together lime juice, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour over the slaw mixture and toss until all vegetables are well coated.
04 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Arrange marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through.
05 - Divide mango cabbage slaw among serving plates. Top with spicy lime shrimp. Garnish with fresh lime wedges and additional cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The spicy kick against cool crunchy slaw is exactly what summer eating should taste like
- It comes together in under 30 minutes but looks like something from a restaurant patio
- The marinade does double duty making the shrimp incredibly flavorful while keeping them tender
02 -
- Pat the shrimp dry before marinating or the oil will not coat them properly and they will not develop that nice sear
- Cut your mango into thin strips so it mixes evenly with the cabbage rather than sinking to the bottom
- Let the slaw sit for at least 10 minutes after dressing to soften the cabbage slightly
03 -
- Buy shrimp that are already peeled and deveined to save precious time and avoid that messy work
- Let your marinated shrimp come to room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking, they will sear much more evenly