Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 2 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for cooking)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Mango Avocado Salad
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 mango, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 serrano pepper, deseeded and diced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 2 green onions, diced
Salad Dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp mango jam
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Toppings & Serving
- 1 cup roasted corn (frozen, canned, or homemade)
- Steamed white or brown rice, to serve
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with chipotle chili powder, lime zest, paprika, cumin, dried oregano, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Ensure all shrimp are evenly coated in the spices.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer (cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding) and cook for about 2 minutes per side, until the shrimp are pink and just cooked through. Remove the cooked shrimp to a plate and repeat with any remaining shrimp.
- Finish Shrimp with Garlic Butter: Return all of the shrimp to the pan. Add the butter and minced garlic, then cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until the butter browns slightly and the garlic is very fragrant. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Make the Mango Avocado Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced avocado, mango, red bell pepper, serrano pepper, cilantro, mint, chives, and green onions. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, mango jam, and a pinch of salt and pepper to make the dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine without mashing the avocado.
- Assemble the Bowls: Scoop steamed white or brown rice into serving bowls. Top each bowl with an equal portion of garlic-chipotle shrimp and a generous scoop of the mango avocado salad. Finish by adding a pile of roasted corn to each bowl. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra heat, leave some serrano seeds in or use jalapeno as an alternative.
- Frozen or canned roasted corn works well, but try grilling fresh corn for more flavor.
- Swap mango jam in the dressing for honey or agave if needed.
- The salad and dressing can be made ahead (add avocado just before serving).
- Delicious with both white and brown rice – or try cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg