Mango Shrimp
Bright mango shrimp recipe for weight loss. Juicy shrimp with sweet mango and crisp veggies, light creamy low-calorie stir-fry packed with protein and vitamins
Ingredients
- 1 ripe mango
- 200 g peeled deveined shrimp
- 50 g green peas
- Small amount of corn oil
- Fine sea salt
- Splash of Chinese cooking wine
- Few thin ginger slices
- 5 ml milk
Instructions
- Measure and prep all ingredients for accurate portion control, which is key for steady weight loss.
- Place shrimp in a mixing bowl, add cooking wine, salt and ginger slices. Toss evenly to coat, then let marinate for 30 minutes. Ginger and wine gently tenderize the shrimp and neutralize any fishy aftertaste without extra calories.
- Peel the mango and cut into uniform bite-sized cubes. Set aside for later — adding fruit at the end preserves its fresh texture
- Stir a small portion of the milk into the marinated shrimp. This thin milk coating helps the shrimp stay juicy and gives the finished dish a subtle silky smoothness
- Heat a thin layer of corn oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the shrimp and stir-fry briefly just until they start to turn opaque pink.
- Toss in green peas and diced carrot. Continue stir-frying for about 1 minute until vegetables reach crisp-tender doneness.
- Pour in the remaining milk, stir gently to combine, and let simmer briefly until the sauce reduces to a light, glossy coating
- Add mango cubes last, tossing just to warm through. Do not overcook the mango — high heat will make it turn mushy, lose its bright sweetness and water down the whole dish. Serve immediately
Notes
- Nutrient synergy: Shrimp delivers high-quality lean protein and essential minerals, while mango provides rich vitamins and natural sweetness. Combining fruit and seafood creates a balanced nutrient profile that supports steady energy and satiety during weight loss.
- Light creaminess hack: Just 5ml of milk adds a smooth, luscious finish without the heavy calorie load of cream sauces. For a dairy-free version, swap for unsweetened oat milk.
- Mango texture rule: Always add mango at the very end and only toss briefly. Overheating breaks down mango flesh into mush and dulls its bright, fresh flavor.
- Veggie swaps: Swap peas and carrot for diced bell pepper or cucumber for extra crunch and even fewer calories per serving.
- Portion guidance: This recipe makes one generous main dish serving, ideal for a light lunch or dinner during fat loss phases.