Description
Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa offer a fresh, vibrant meal combining tender, spiced shrimp with a sweet and tangy mango salsa, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing party dish, this recipe balances zest, sweetness, and texture for an irresistibly delicious bite every time.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb medium-sized peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for cooking)
Mango Salsa
- 1 ripe but firm mango, diced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Pinch of salt
Additional Components
- 8 soft corn or flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: sour cream, sliced avocado, spicy mayo
Instructions
- Prepare the Mango Salsa: Dice the mango, finely chop the red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Toss them together with fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt in a bowl to create a vibrant, tangy salsa. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Season the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and a splash of olive oil; toss to coat evenly with the spice blend.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Avoid overcooking to keep them tender and juicy.
- Warm the Tortillas: Lightly warm the tortillas on a dry pan or over a low flame for a few seconds on each side until soft with a slight charred flavor.
- Assemble the Tacos: Layer the cooked shrimp into each warm tortilla. Spoon over a generous amount of mango salsa and add optional toppings such as sour cream or sliced avocado. Fold the tacos and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
- Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture.
- Let the mango salsa rest 10-15 minutes before serving to blend flavors.
- Adjust seasoning and lime juice in salsa to balance sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors.
- Warm tortillas properly to hold the filling without breaking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: shrimp tacos, mango salsa, quick dinner, Mexican tacos, seafood tacos, summer recipe, easy weeknight meal
