John Paul Urizar
Nothing says Australian summer quite like a fresh prawn and mango salad. Julie Goodwin’s take on this classic combination brings together sweet, succulent prawns and ripe mango slices with a homemade creamy sweet chilli mayonnaise.
Julie’s prawn and mango salad is ready in just 20 minutes. Whether you’re planning a Christmas lunch spread, hosting a backyard barbecue or need a light meal on a hot day, this crowd-pleaser delivers every time.
Ingredients
Method
Place strips of onion in a bowl of ice cold water.
In a medium bowl, place egg yolks, juice, mustard, salt and pepper. Using a whisk or electric hand beaters, beat until well combined. Begin to add oil, a few drops at a time, until it is well incorporated and the mayonnaise starts to thicken. Then, add oil in a thin stream, whisking constantly. Stir in sweet chilli sauce; season to taste.
Arrange salad leaves, mango and prawns on a serving platter. Drizzle with the sweet chilli mayonnaise, mostly on the prawns, then top with drained onion and coriander leaves.
Prawn and mango salad recipe tips
Buying fresh prawns
Julie’s prawn and mango salad recipe is quick, easy and uses cooked prawns. Fresh cooked prawns are available at supermarkets and fishmongers. Buy cold, refrigerate immediately, and use within 3 days, according to the NSW Food Authority.
Choosing ripe mangoes
Ripe mangoes should yield slightly to gentle pressure. Not quite ready? Leave them at room temperature for a few days, or speed things up by popping them in a brown paper bag.
Can this salad be made in advance?
Cut mango up to 3 days ahead and store in a sealed container in the fridge. The sweet chilli mayonnaise can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in a screw-top jar in the fridge. Assemble the prawn and mango salad just before serving.
Green onion ice bath
Putting the green onion into ice cold water helps make the flavour less intense and also keeps it crisp.
If you love Julie Goodwin’s festive prawn and mango salad, check out our simple Christmas lunch salads for a bigger spread. Or take a look at these other summer-ready salads, including more mango salad recipes and flavour-packed salad ideas.
