Oh my goodness, y’all! Let me tell you about this absolutely divine Florida-inspired dinner that’ll have your taste buds doing the salsa dance! As a Florida girl who loves mixing coastal flavors with Southern comfort, I’ve perfected this Citrus-Glazed Gulf Shrimp with Mango Coconut Rice, and it’s seriously to die for! 💃
Let’s get cooking, shall we?
For this little slice of paradise, you’ll need:
– 1 pound large Gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 2 oranges (Florida oranges, obviously!)
– 1 lime
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 ripe mango
– 1 cup jasmine rice
– 1 can coconut milk
– Fresh cilantro
– Red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice tolerance, honey!)
Y’all, this recipe is easier than finding a beach in Florida! First, let’s make that heavenly rice. Trust me, it’s the perfect bed for our citrusy shrimp.
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Now, back to our tropical paradise on a plate:
1. Start with the coconut mango rice:
– Rinse that rice until the water runs clear (don’t skip this step, I’m watching you!)
– In a saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, and a pinch of salt
– Cook for about 15-20 minutes until perfectly fluffy
– Fold in diced mango pieces
1. For our star of the show, the citrus-glazed shrimp:
– Zest and juice those oranges and lime into a bowl
– Add honey, minced garlic, and a pinch of red pepper flakes
– Marinate those beautiful shrimp for 15 minutes (any longer and the citrus will start cooking them – we’re not making ceviche today, darling!)
– Sear them in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until they’re perfectly pink
The sauce should reduce and caramelize slightly – that’s when the magic happens! Arrange your shrimp over the coconut mango rice, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and boom! You’ve got yourself a dinner that’ll transport you straight to a beachfront restaurant!
Pro tip from your girl: Pair this with a chilled glass of white wine (or a virgin piña colada if that’s more your style), and you’ve got yourself the perfect Florida dinner experience! 🌴
Listen, sweetie, if you enjoyed this recipe as much as I enjoy a perfect beach sunset, don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more delicious Florida-inspired recipes! Drop a comment below and tell me how this turned out – did your family fight over the last shrimp like seagulls over a french fry? 😂
Until next time, keep cooking with love and a little sass! XOXO
