Fried Shrimp with Mango Sauce

I would be happy to share with you the recipe for fried shrimp with mango sauce, a delicious combination of the sweet and tropical taste of mango and the freshness of fried shrimp. The variation I propose will be a tasty fusion of international flavors with an Italian touch.

Ingredients

• 500 g of fresh or frozen shrimp, cleaned and peeled
• Flour, as needed for breading
• 2 eggs
• Breadcrumbs, as needed
• Salt, as needed
• Pepper, as needed
• Seed oil for frying

For the mango sauce:

• 1 ripe mango
• The juice of 1 lime
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 chili pepper (optional, depending on the desired level of spiciness)
• Salt, as needed
• A pinch of black pepper

Preparation

1. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely before starting. Dry them well with paper towels.
2. Set up three plates with flour, beaten eggs seasoned with salt and pepper, and breadcrumbs, respectively.
3. Coat the shrimp first in flour, then dip in the egg, and finally cover with breadcrumbs, making sure they are well coated.
4. In a deep frying pan, heat plenty of seed oil and when it has reached the right temperature, fry the shrimp until they are golden and crispy. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes depending on the size of the shrimp.
5. Drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil and season with salt to taste.

For the mango sauce:

1. Cut the mango and blend the pulp with the lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper until you have a smooth sauce.
2. If you want a spicy touch, you can add a little fresh or powdered chili pepper while blending the sauce.

Serve the shrimp immediately with the mango sauce on the side.

Curiosity

Fried shrimp are a much-loved dish in many cultures. In Italy, there is a tradition of frying seafood in batter or breadcrumbs to enhance the flavor, often accompanied by lemon. The mango sauce, on the other hand, is a more exotic pairing that gives the dish an international character, but always with that taste and freshness that is often sought after in Italian cuisine.