Spiced Caribbean Shrimp with Tropical Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

Juicy shrimp seasoned with Caribbean spices, pan-seared and topped with a bright, fresh mango salsa that balances sweet and heat. This caribbean-inspired thai ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, olive oil, ground allspice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground allspice
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 large, peeled and diced ripe mango
• 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp with 1 tsp ground allspice, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes without moving to develop a light crust.
3. Step 3: Flip the shrimp and cook for another 1-2 minutes until opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat and keep warm.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, mix together 1 large diced ripe mango, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 minced small jalapeño until well combined.
5. Step 5: Spoon the tropical mango salsa over the warm shrimp and serve immediately for a fresh and spicy Caribbean-inspired meal.