Spicy Grilled Shrimp with Rice and Mango Salad and Sesame Sugar Snap Peas

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Spicy Grilled Shrimp with Rice and Mango Salad and Sesame Sugar Snap Peas
45 min.
4
310kcal

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Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant and tantalizing recipe for Spicy Grilled Shrimp with Rice and Mango Salad and Sesame Sugar Snap Peas. Perfect for a refreshing lunch or a delightful dinner, this dish brings together the essential flavors of sweet, savory, and spicy, all while being gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences.

The star of the show is undeniably the juicy jumbo shrimp, marinated in a zesty blend of ginger and crushed red pepper that packs a flavorful punch. When grilled to perfection, these shrimp boast a smoky aroma and a delightful char that complements the bright and refreshing mango salad. The combination of cooked short-grain brown rice and ripe mango offers a delightful contrast, while the freshly sliced green onions add a hint of sharpness.

Complementing the shrimp and salad are the crisp and tender sugar snap peas, lightly sautéed with sesame oil and sprinkled with sesame seeds for an extra layer of flavor. This dish beautifully balances textures and flavors, ensuring that each bite is a delightful fusion of taste. Ready in just 45 minutes and bursting with nutrients, this Spicy Grilled Shrimp dish is not only a feast for your taste buds but also a visually stunning centerpiece for your dining table. Impress your friends and family with this intricate yet simple recipe that embodies the essence of summer with every bite!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups short-grain brown rice cooked uncooked
  • teaspoons ginger fresh minced
  •  spring onion thinly sliced
  • 16 jumbo shrimp deveined uncooked peeled
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  •  mangos pitted peeled chopped
  • teaspoon sesame oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  • teaspoon sesame seed 
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • ounces sugar snap peas 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Whisk 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon ginger, and crushed red pepper in bowl.
  2. Add shrimp; toss. Chill 2 hours.
  3. Whisk 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon ginger, lime juice, and soy sauce in another bowl.
  4. Add rice, mango, and onions; toss well. Cover rice salad; let stand at room temperature.
  5. Boil sugar snap peas in salted water until crisp-tender, about 1 minute.
  6. Drain peas and transfer to medium bowl. Toss peas with sesame oil and sesame seeds.
  7. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Thread 4 shrimp onto each of 4 skewers. Grill shrimp until just opaque in center, about 2 minutes per side.
  8. Mound rice and mango salad in center of large platter; surround with sesame sugar snap peas. Top with grilled shrimp skewers and serve.
  9. Per serving: calories, 438; total fat, 11 g; saturated fat, 1 g; cholesterol, 168 mg; fiber, 5 g
  10. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories310kcal
Protein20.3%
Fat37.92%
Carbs41.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.24
Glycemic Load
12.26
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.834347797477%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.05mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.89mg
Eriodictyol
0.25mg
Hesperetin
1.01mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:309.55kcal
15.48%
Fat:13.25g
20.38%
Saturated Fat:2.03g
12.67%
Carbohydrates:32.84g
10.95%
Net Carbohydrates:28.66g
10.42%
Sugar:10.01g
11.12%
Cholesterol:100.8mg
33.6%
Sodium:963.44mg
41.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.95g
31.9%
Vitamin C:58.54mg
70.96%
Vitamin K:60.52µg
57.64%
Manganese:1.09mg
54.4%
Selenium:24.75µg
35.35%
Phosphorus:311mg
31.1%
Vitamin A:1482.63IU
29.65%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.45%
Magnesium:78.18mg
19.55%
Folate:75.28µg
18.82%
Vitamin E:2.73mg
18.22%
Vitamin B3:3.57mg
17.86%
Copper:0.36mg
17.84%
Fiber:4.18g
16.74%
Vitamin B12:0.89µg
14.8%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.01%
Iron:2.33mg
12.92%
Potassium:423.44mg
12.1%
Vitamin B5:1.13mg
11.25%
Zinc:1.58mg
10.51%
Calcium:98.13mg
9.81%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.68%
Source:Epicurious