Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa are a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the heat of perfectly spiced shrimp with the sweetness of fresh mango salsa. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but it’s also ideal for summer gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. Wrapped in warm tortillas, these tacos are sure to please everyone at the table. Serve them as a fun main course or as a light appetizer, and enjoy the delightful burst of flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 tacos each) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 lb fresh jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (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
- 8 soft corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare the Mango Salsa: In a mixing bowl, combine diced mango, chopped red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, sprinkle with taco seasoning and cayenne pepper, then cook for about 5-7 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Warm the Tortillas: In another skillet or microwave, warm tortillas until pliable.
- Assemble Tacos: Place cooked shrimp on each tortilla, top with mango salsa, and add any optional toppings you desire.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
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