Espetadas De Frango De Coco E Manga (coconut And Mango Chicken Skewers)

This Espetadas de Frango de Coco e Manga (Coconut and Mango Chicken Skewers) recipe is a delightful dish from Mozambican cuisine that combines the tropical flavors of coconut and mango with succulent chicken, perfect for a summer barbecue or a special dinner.

Espetadas De Frango De Coco E Manga (coconut And Mango Chicken Skewers)

Ingredients

  • 500g boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 red onion, cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the coconut milk, lime juice, soy sauce, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken chunks to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat a stovetop grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
  3. Thread the marinated chicken, mango, bell pepper, and onion onto the soaked skewers, alternating the ingredients.
  4. Grill the skewers for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are slightly charred.
  5. Serve the Espetadas de Frango de Coco e Manga hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Bowl Grill pan or outdoor grill

Tools

Wooden skewers Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the skewers with a side of coconut rice and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure to soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before threading the ingredients to prevent them from burning during grilling.

Cost

$15