Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
0.5 unit

avocado

peeled and pitted

2 unit

tomatillos

husks removed

0.5 cup

cilantro

1 cup

cold water

0.5 tsp

salt

3 unit

plum tomatoes

roasted, peeled and seeded

7 unit

chipotles

seeds removed

1 pound

tiger shrimp

peeled and deveined

1 unit

fresh mango

peeled and cut into thin wedges

Step 1
~2 min

Peel and pit the avocado.

Step 2
~2 min

Remove husks from tomatillos.

Step 3
~2 min

In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, tomatillos, cilantro, 1 cup of cold water, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

Step 4
~2 min

Blend until smooth.

Step 5
~2 min

Set avocado sauce aside.

Step 6
~2 min

Roast, peel, and seed plum tomatoes.

Step 7
~2 min

Remove seeds from canned chipotles.

Step 8
~2 min

In a blender or food processor, combine tomatoes, chipotles, 1 cup of water, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

Step 9
~2 min

Blend until smooth.

Step 10
~2 min

Set tomato-chipotle sauce aside.

Step 11
~2 min

Season the shrimp with salt.

Step 12
~2 min

Grill or broil the shrimp until tender, being careful not to overcook.

Step 13
~2 min

Place avocado sauce on half of a medium-size plate.

Step 14
~2 min

Place tomato-chipotle sauce on the other half of the plate.

Step 15
~2 min

Garnish the plate with mango slices.

Step 16
~2 min

Arrange the grilled shrimp between the two sauces.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the shrimp for 30 minutes before grilling for extra flavor.

Adjust the amount of chipotles to your desired spice level.

Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauces can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with warm tortillas.

Serve with rice and beans.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular dish in coastal regions of Mexico.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Summer Barbecues

Occasion Tags

Summer Barbecue
Cinco de Mayo
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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