Description
Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa offer a vibrant blend of heat and sweetness, making them the ideal dish for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a fun taco night with friends and family. Juicy shrimp coated in zesty spices are perfectly paired with refreshing mango salsa, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Impress your guests with this visually appealing and delectable meal that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 soft corn or flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 large ripe mango (diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, taco seasoning, and cayenne pepper until well-coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- In another bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper for the salsa. Mix gently.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Assemble tacos by placing cooked shrimp on each tortilla, topping generously with mango salsa and any optional toppings like avocado or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg