Ancho Mango Shrimp Bowls

Overview

One of the fastest and easiest meals you’ll ever make—no knifework required! In this sweet-and-smoky bowl, shrimp is sautéed and tossed with microwavable rice, juicy mango chunks, and a tangy ancho chile sauce. It all comes together in a single pan in under 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights without compromising on bold flavor.

This meal is inspired by Hello Fresh, which we originally used to make this in the past.

• Serves: 6
• Prep Time: ~5 minutes
• Cook Time: ~10 minutes

Estimated Calories & Sources

Ingredient	Quantity	Calories	Source
Shrimp (raw, peeled)	30 oz (850 g)	~840 kcal	FatSecret
Microwavable Rice	3 packs (24 oz / 680 g)	~840 kcal	FatSecret
Mango (fresh or thawed)	12 oz (340 g)	~210 kcal	FatSecret
Zesty Ancho Sauce	9 oz (255 g)	~225 kcal	Estimated (similar to red enchilada sauce)
Olive Oil	~1.5 tbsp (21 g)	~180 kcal	FatSecret

Total (approx): 2,295 kcal
Per serving (6 servings): ~383 kcal

Ingredients

Produce

• 12 oz mango (fresh or thawed)

Pantry

• 3 packs microwavable rice (about 8 oz each)
• 9 oz zesty ancho sauce or red enchilada sauce
• Olive oil
• Salt & pepper

Protein

• 30 oz shrimp (peeled and deveined)

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Shrimp

1. Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
2. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
3. Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper.
4. Cook, turning occasionally, until shrimp is opaque and cooked through (3–4 minutes).
5. Transfer to a plate and wipe out the pan.

Step 2: Cook the Rice & Mango

1. Massage rice packets to break up clumps.
2. Heat another drizzle of olive oil in the same pan over medium-high heat.
3. Add rice, mango (with any juice), and ¼ cup water.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Stir and cook until warmed through and liquid has reduced, 1–2 minutes.

Step 3: Combine & Finish

1. Remove the pan from heat.
2. Stir in the ancho sauce and half the cooked shrimp.
3. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
4. Divide the rice mixture between bowls.
5. Top with remaining shrimp and serve warm.

Notes

• Shrimp is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
• For a spicy twist, stir in a dash of chipotle powder or chili flakes.
• This recipe works great with frozen mango chunks — just thaw before using.