Crunchy Garlic Shrimp with Tangy Mango Salsa
Enjoy a burst of flavors in this zesty and savory Filipino dish. Juicy shrimp coated in crispy garlic breadcrumbs paired with refreshing mango salsa will surely satisfy your taste buds. The combination of textures and the aromatic garlic make this dish simply irresistible.
ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oilFor the Mango Salsa:
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven or toaster oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2.
In a blender, combine the breadcrumbs, minced garlic, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Blend until well mixed.
- 3.
Toss the shrimp in olive oil, then coat them evenly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- 4.
Arrange the coated shrimp on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- 5.
Meanwhile, prepare the mango salsa by combining all the salsa ingredients in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6.
Serve the crunchy garlic shrimp immediately alongside the tangy mango salsa.
- 7.
Enjoy this delightful dish with steamed rice or on its own as an appetizer.
