Description
Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa offer a vibrant, fresh, and flavorful combination of succulent shrimp and a zesty, sweet mango salsa. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, delivering a light yet satisfying meal that’s customizable and gluten-free.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb fresh peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Mango Salsa
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Pinch of salt
Taco Assembly
- 8 soft corn tortillas
- Optional garnishes: sliced avocado, sour cream, fresh cilantro, crumbled queso fresco, lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Mango Salsa: Dice the ripe mango, finely chop the red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. In a bowl, combine these ingredients with fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt. Toss gently and let sit for the flavors to meld while you prepare the shrimp.
- Season the Shrimp: In a mixing bowl, coat the cleaned shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let the shrimp absorb the spices for a few minutes.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn opaque and develop slight charring. Avoid overcooking to keep the shrimp juicy and tender.
- Warm the Tortillas: Warm the corn tortillas directly over an open flame or in a dry skillet until soft and pliable to add slight smokiness and prevent tearing.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place the cooked shrimp in each warmed tortilla. Spoon a generous amount of mango salsa on top. Add any optional garnishes such as avocado slices or sour cream. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- Use ripe, sweet mangoes to balance the heat and acidity of the salsa.
- Do not overcook the shrimp; remove them from heat as soon as they turn pink.
- Allow the mango salsa to rest so the flavors can blend and intensify.
- Warm tortillas properly for easier folding and better texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 150mg