Mango Habanero Prawn Skewers

Nutrition · per serving

Steps

1. 1

   If using wooden skewers, soak them in water. Preheat a grill pan, barbecue, or heavy frying pan over high heat. In a bowl, toss the prawns with the olive oil, grated garlic, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Thread the prawns onto skewers, curling each one tightly so they cook evenly and stay juicy.

   300 g raw peeled prawns, deveined15 ml olive oil2 cloves garlic, finely grated1 lime lime zest15 ml lime juice3 g fine salt1 g black pepper
2. 2

   Make the glaze by stirring together the diced mango, habanero, lime juice, olive oil, honey, chopped cilantro, and salt in a small bowl. Lightly crush some of the mango with a fork so the mixture becomes spoonable and can cling to the prawns; leave some small chunks for texture.

   150 g ripe mango, diced1 small habanero, deseeded and finely chopped15 ml lime juice5 ml olive oil10 g honey10 g fresh cilantro, finely chopped1 g fine salt
3. 3

   Grill the prawn skewers for 2 minutes on the first side, then turn and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more until the prawns are pink, opaque, and lightly charred at the edges. Do not overcook; they should feel just firm, not tight and rubbery.

   300 g raw peeled prawns, deveined
4. 4

   Brush or spoon the mango habanero glaze over the hot skewers and cook for 30 seconds more, just enough to warm the glaze and lightly caramelise it without burning the sugars.

   150 g ripe mango, diced1 small habanero, deseeded and finely chopped15 ml lime juice5 ml olive oil10 g honey10 g fresh cilantro, finely chopped1 g fine salt
5. 5

   Transfer to plates, scatter with cilantro leaves, and serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over. The extra lime brightens the sweetness and heat.

   5 g fresh cilantro leaves1 lime lime wedges

Origin & History

Fruit-and-chilli pairings are common across Caribbean cooking, where tropical sweetness is often balanced with sharp citrus and fiery peppers. Grilled seafood is especially popular in coastal islands, and this quick skewer dish reflects those bright, bold flavours in an easy modern format.