Prawn salad with mango, avocado and tropical vinaigrette

The gastronomic offer at Hotel Cándido stands out for its emphasis on fresh products. This recipe is one of our star salads at our hotel, perfect to surprise on any occasion: a prawn salad with mango, avocado and a tropical fruit vinaigrette, prepared by our team to offer a gastronomic experience that highlights the quality and authenticity of each ingredient. The combination of fresh ingredients, with its mix of textures and flavours will make this dish a success on your table: we show you how to prepare it yourself. In this case, our chef recommends starting the preparation with some fresh prawns that we cook by boiling them in water with a bay leaf. Once ready, there is a trick that never fails: submerging them in ice water. This step not only stops them from cooking, but also ensures that the prawns maintain their firmness and the juicy texture that we like so much. We leave them to rest until they are completely cool and then carefully clean them and set them aside. While the prawns are resting, we give the red onion a special touch. We finely julienne it and marinate it in lime juice. The acid from the lime transforms the onion, softening its flavour and giving it a citrusy freshness. We move on to the mango and avocado, two fruits that, as well as giving a tropical touch to this dish, add creaminess and sweetness. Carefully peel the mango and avocado, making sure they are at the right point of ripeness, and cut them into uniform cubes. Now comes the step that makes all the difference: the plating. Using a mould, start by placing a base of diced mango. On top of the mango, we add a generous layer of clean and cold prawns. Then it is the turn of the avocado, which will give an irresistible creaminess to the whole. To finish, we crown the dish with a prawn tail, which will not only add height to the dish but will also make it visually spectacular. But we are not finished yet. To give it the final touch, we surround the main assembly with some tender sprouts that add freshness and a crunchy touch. And finally, we dress with a vinaigrette, adding an acid touch that, together with the fruity nuances, elevates all the flavours of the dish. And so, with these simple steps, our kitchen team prepares a spectacular prawn salad, full of vibrant colours and flavours that combine tradition and modernity. A light, sophisticated dish, perfect for any special occasion. Undoubtedly, this salad is one of the star dishes at the events we host in our halls. Find out how you can organise your celebrations with us.