1-Step 1: Prep the ingredients Peel and devein the shrimp if needed, then pat them dry with paper towels. Dice the mangoes, juice the lime, seed and chop the jalapeño, and mince the garlic. Dry shrimp grill better, so this step helps the seasoning stick and gives you better browning.

2-Step 2: Blend the coulis Add the 2 ripe mangoes, juice of 1 lime, 1 jalapeño, 1 garlic clove, and salt to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Taste the sauce and adjust the salt if needed. If you want a thinner coulis, add a teaspoon of water at a time until it reaches your preferred texture. Transfer the spicy mango lime coulis to a bowl, cover it, and chill it while you cook the shrimp. Cold sauce against hot shrimp creates the best contrast in this Grilled Shrimp With Spicy Mango Lime Coulis recipe.

3-Step 3: Season the shrimp Place 1 pound of large shrimp in a bowl. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper to taste, and 1 teaspoon paprika. Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated. The paprika adds color and a light smoky flavor, while the oil helps with even grilling.

4-Step 4: Heat the grill Preheat your grill to medium heat. If you are using a grill pan indoors, heat it over medium heat as well. Lightly oil the grates or pan to reduce sticking. Medium heat works best because shrimp cook fast and can turn rubbery if the heat is too high.

5-Step 5: Grill the shrimp Place the seasoned shrimp on the grill in a single layer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink, opaque, and lightly charred. The total cook time should stay close to 10 minutes or less. Avoid walking away, because shrimp go from done to overcooked very quickly. For tender shrimp, pull them from the grill as soon as they turn opaque and curl into a loose C shape.

6-Step 6: Plate and serve Arrange the grilled shrimp on a serving platter or individual plates. Spoon the chilled mango coulis over the top or serve it on the side for dipping. Finish with extra lime zest, chopped cilantro, or a few thin jalapeño slices if you want more color and heat.

7-Step 7: Adjust for your table If you want a lighter meal, serve the shrimp over greens or with sliced cucumbers. If you want a more filling plate, pair it with rice, quinoa, or warm tortillas. Grilled Shrimp With Spicy Mango Lime Coulis stays flexible enough for lunch, dinner, or party platters.