Mango Kerabu Spicy Sweet Mango Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Brighten up your table with the irresistible flavors of Mango Kerabu, a spicy-sweet mango salad that's as vibrant as it is delicious! This refreshing Malaysian-inspired dish features semi-ripe mangoes julienned into crisp, tangy strips and tossed with a bold mix of red chili, aromatic shallots, and finely chopped bird’s eye chili for a spicy kick. Fresh cilantro, mint leaves, and crushed roasted peanuts add layers of herbal and nutty goodness, while dried shrimp infuses a subtle umami depth. The magic lies in the zesty dressing—a perfect balance of fish sauce, lime juice, and palm sugar—that ties every element together in a harmonious burst of flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes without any cooking, this salad is a quick and easy side dish or appetizer that’s sure to impress. Serve chilled and garnish with extra peanuts for that irresistible crunch! Perfect for lovers of Asian cuisine, tropical fruits, and bold, vibrant salads.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 2 large Semi-ripe mangoes (peeled and julienned)
• 1 medium Red chili (thinly sliced)
• 1 piece Bird's eye chili (finely chopped)
• 2 small Shallots (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro/coriander leaves (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Mint leaves (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons Roasted peanuts (crushed)
• 2 tablespoons Dried shrimp (soaked and finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Palm sugar (grated or finely chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (to taste)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Peel the semi-ripe mangoes and julienne them into thin strips. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.

2. In a small bowl, mix together fish sauce, lime juice, and grated palm sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved. This is the dressing for your salad.

3. Add the sliced shallots, red chili, bird's eye chili, and dried shrimp to the mango strips in the mixing bowl.

4. Next, toss in the chopped cilantro, mint leaves, and crushed roasted peanuts.

5. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together until well combined.

6. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with a pinch of salt, more lime juice, or additional palm sugar as needed to balance the flavors.

7. Transfer the salad to a serving platter and garnish with extra crushed peanuts and a sprig of cilantro if desired.

8. Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful Mango Kerabu salad as a side dish or appetizer!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (172.2g)

Calories		142
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		3.1 g	4%
	Saturated Fat	0.5 g	3%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		15 mg	5%
Sodium		875 mg	38%
Total Carbohydrate		26.5 g	10%
	Dietary Fiber	3.1 g	11%
	Total Sugars	21.7 g
Protein		5.2 g	10%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	0%
Calcium		47 mg	4%
Iron		0.9 mg	5%
Potassium		358 mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 110 cal (18.0%%)

Protein: 81 cal (13.2%%)

Carbs: 423 cal (68.8%%)