Ingredients:

  • 1 pound (450g) medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
  • ¾ cup (180ml) fresh lime juice (from about 6-8 limes)
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced (about 1 ½ cups)
  • ½ red onion, finely diced (about ½ cup)
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely minced (optional, adjust to taste)
  • ½ cup (1 bunch) fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ avocado, diced for serving (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Rinse the shrimp and pat them dry. Cut the shrimp into 1/2-inch pieces.
  2. In a glass or stainless steel bowl, combine the shrimp and lime juice. Ensure the shrimp are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or until the shrimp are opaque and firm.
  3. While the shrimp marinates, dice the mango, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and chop the cilantro.
  4. Once the shrimp is 'cooked', drain the lime juice. Add the mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and olive oil to the shrimp.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed – more lime juice for extra zing, more chili for heat, etc.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled, garnished with diced avocado (if desired).