Pweza Wa Mango Chili (mango Chili Shrimp)
Pweza wa Mango Chili, also known as Mango Chili Shrimp, is a delightful and flavorful dish from Zanzibari Cuisine. The combination of sweet mango and spicy chili creates a unique and delicious flavor profile that pairs perfectly with succulent shrimp.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 2-3 red chilies, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and cooked through.
- Stir in the diced mangoes, chopped chilies, and salt. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Serve the Mango Chili Shrimp hot with steamed rice or crusty bread.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Large pan Cutting board Knife Grater Measuring spoons
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Pweza wa Mango Chili with a side of coconut rice for a complete Zanzibari experience.
Tips & tricks
For a milder version, remove the seeds from the red chilies before chopping.
Cost
$15