SHRIMP WITH BASIL-MANGO SAUCE

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Instead of serving cold shrimp with cocktail sauce, prepare this simple basil sauce and top it with tender cooked shrimp. It's a fun and fancy appetizer. -Ken Hulme, Prescott, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium ripe mango or 2 medium peaches, peeled and sliced
2 to 4 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon butter
Basil sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the mango, basil and lemon juice; cover and process until blended. Pour onto two serving plates; set aside., Skewer two shrimp each onto six 4- to 6-in. metal or soaked wooden skewers, forming a heart shape. Cook in a large skillet in butter over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, turning once. Place over mango sauce. Garnish with basil springs if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Just Toby
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This is one of my favorite shrimp recipes!


CE Hairston
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I love the way the mango-basil sauce complements the shrimp.


Katy Lofthouse
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This dish is a perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Md hanifuzzaman
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but this dish changed my mind.


Lucas Cartier
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat shrimp.


Kmd Sha
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I love the vibrant colors of this dish.


RyLee Best
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


Aroush Rajput
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I've made this dish for potlucks and it's always a hit. Everyone loves the unique flavor.


Mathi Officeal
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This recipe is a must-try for any seafood lover!


shuvroto das
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I love the way the mango and basil flavors come together in this dish.


Adbul Shakoor
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This dish is a great way to impress your friends. It's unique and delicious.


Ian Maina
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This recipe is a winner! It's easy to make and the results are amazing.


mehjabin heea
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


Mohammed Frank
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This dish is a great way to enjoy shrimp. The mango-basil sauce is a perfect complement to the delicate flavor of the shrimp.


James Gamble
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I love the sweet and tangy flavor of this dish. It's perfect for a summer meal.


WYZMaro 97
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The shrimp were tender and the sauce was delicious.


colton rogato
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sauce is so flavorful and the shrimp are always cooked perfectly.


European Boy
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Korsheda Akter
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the mango-basil sauce.


Sticket Guy
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This shrimp dish was an absolute delight! The combination of sweet mango and savory basil was perfect, and the shrimp were cooked to perfection.