Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa, a delightful dish that brings together the heat of seasoned shrimp and the sweetness of fresh mango. Perfect for summer evenings or any taco night, these tacos are easy to prepare, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish. Wrapped in warm tortillas, they offer a satisfying meal packed with nutritious ingredients and customizable options. Add your favorite toppings or adjust the spice level to suit your taste preferences for a truly enjoyable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 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)
- 1 lime (juiced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 soft corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, taco seasoning, and cayenne pepper. Add shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix diced mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir gently and set aside.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
- Warm tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave. Assemble tacos by placing cooked shrimp on each tortilla and topping with mango salsa and desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg