For an extra touch of elegance, pair it with a crisp Aperol Spritz— the light bitterness and citrus notes will perfectly complement the flavors of the dish, enhancing your dining experience!
Ingredients
400g cooked prawns, defrosted 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced 1 ripe avocado, diced
3 tbsp of soy sauce
5cm piece fresh ginger, grated
1 small red chilli pepper, finely chopped 1 tbsp soft brown sugar
1 tbsp sesame oil
juice of 1 lime
zest of 1 lime
Leaves from a bunch of fresh coriander Black sesame seeds for garnish.
Method
In a medium bowl, combine the lime juice, soy sauce, grated ginger, soft brown sugar, chopped chili pepper and sesame oil. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.
Add the defrosted prawns to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until ready to serve, allowing the flavours to meld.
While the prawns are marinating, prepare the mango and avocado. Dice them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the marinated prawns together with juices and grated lime zest. Add the fresh coriander leaves to the bowl with the mango and avocado and gently toss to combine all ingredients. Arrange the ingredients into individual serving glasses or bowls and sprinkle with black sesame seeds.
Refregerate for a minimum of 30 minutes before serving and enjoy the refreshing tangy flavours of this starter which is perfect for a dinner party or as a light and refreshing appetiser.
