Easy and Delicious Green Mango and Dried Shrimp Salad Recipe

Looking for a sweet and sour, crispy dish to change up your family meals? Try this simple green mango and dried shrimp salad recipe – it’s easy to make and has a unique flavor that your family will love. Let’s dive into the detailed recipe below!

Preparing the Ingredients

Ingredients for 2-3 servings:

• Green mango: 5 fruits (about 500 grams)
• Dried shrimp: 100 grams
• Minced shallots: 1 tablespoon
• Minced garlic: 1 tablespoon
• Vietnamese coriander: a small bunch
• Seasonings: Sugar, fish sauce, chili powder (or fresh chili), lime

Note: You can adjust the amount of dried shrimp according to your taste and family portion.

Ingredients needed for green mango and dried shrimp salad

Steps to Follow

Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients

• Soaking dried shrimp: Soak about 100 grams of dried shrimp in warm water for 15-20 minutes to soften. Then, drain, rinse, and let them dry.
• Preparing green mango: Peel the mango, rinse, and cut into bite-sized pieces. To keep the crunch, soak the mango in diluted saltwater for about 5 minutes, then drain and let it dry.
• Preparing Vietnamese coriander: Rinse the coriander, chop finely to garnish and enhance the flavor of the salad.

Preparing ingredients before cooking

Step 2: Making the Salad Dressing

• Sautéing shallots and garlic: Heat some oil in a pan, then add minced shallots and garlic to sauté until fragrant. Next, add the softened dried shrimp and stir-fry with 1 tablespoon of fish sauce. Stir for about 2-3 minutes, then turn off the heat.
• Mixing the salad dressing: In a large bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 1 teaspoon of chili powder (or a few slices of fresh chili if you like it spicy), and the juice of 1 lime. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Mixing green mango and dried shrimp salad

Step 3: Completing the Salad

• Place the prepared green mango into a large bowl, pour the salad dressing evenly over it. Mix well with your hands or chopsticks to let the mango absorb the flavors. Then, add the sautéed dried shrimp, and gently mix to avoid mashing the mango.
• Finally, sprinkle the finely chopped Vietnamese coriander on top to make the salad more visually appealing and aromatic.

Finished green mango and dried shrimp salad

Finished Product Requirements

The green mango and dried shrimp salad should have an appealing color and a harmonious flavor of sour, spicy, salty, and sweet. The crunchy mango combined with the tender dried shrimp creates an irresistible taste. This dish pairs well with shrimp crackers or can be served as an appetizer.

Tips and Tricks

1. Choosing crunchy green mango: Opt for young, firm, dark green mangoes to ensure they remain crunchy after preparation.
2. Quality dried shrimp: Use good quality dried shrimp that has a natural orange-red color and is not moldy.
3. Adjusting seasonings: Depending on your taste, you can increase or decrease the amount of sugar, fish sauce, or chili to suit your family’s preferences.

Conclusion

With our simple green mango and dried shrimp salad recipe, you can easily prepare a unique and nutritious dish at home. Give it a try and share your experience with us! Don’t forget to follow the Sổ Tay Món Ăn section for more exciting recipes.

References

• Original recipe from Điện Máy Xanh
• Illustrative images from source: Điện Máy Xanh.