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Spicy shrimp tacos

Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa – Easy and Healthy Dinner


  • Author: Julia Hart
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (~12 tacos)
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavor-packed, quick-and-easy shrimp taco recipe loaded with chili-spiced shrimp, crunchy cabbage, and juicy mango salsa—all wrapped in toasted corn tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.


Ingredients

  • Shrimp: 1¼ lbs peeled & deveined shrimp

  • Seasoning: 1 Tbsp chili powder, 1½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp cayenne, salt & pepper, 1–2 Tbsp olive oil, optional hot sauce

  • Mango Salsa: 1 ripe mango (diced), ¼ cup red onion (diced), 1 garlic clove (minced), 1 jalapeño (diced), juice of 1 lime, ¼ cup chopped cilantro, salt & pepper

  • Taco Base: Corn tortillas (toasted), shredded cabbage


Instructions

  • Mix mango salsa ingredients in a bowl and set aside.

  • Toss shrimp with seasoning and olive oil.

  • Sauté shrimp in a hot skillet for 4–5 minutes until pink and cooked through.

  • Toast corn tortillas in a dry skillet.

  • Assemble tacos with shredded cabbage, shrimp, and mango salsa. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust cayenne or jalapeño for heat preference.

  • Double the salsa for leftovers or chips.

  • Use fresh or frozen shrimp (thawed and patted dry).

  • Optional creamy topping: Lime crema or avocado sauce.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired