Description
Flavorful chili lime shrimp tacos topped with fresh mango salsa and optional creamy toppings for a vibrant and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 8 small tortillas
- For the Mango Salsa:
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cabbage
- Avocado slices
- Sour cream
- Extra cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the mango salsa by combining the diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Mix gently and refrigerate while preparing the shrimp.
- In a separate bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and fresh lime juice until evenly coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and lightly charred.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame until soft and lightly toasted.
- Assemble the tacos by layering shredded cabbage onto each tortilla, followed by the cooked shrimp and mango salsa.
- Top with avocado slices, sour cream, extra cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
Notes
- Frozen shrimp can be used if fully thawed and patted dry before seasoning.
- Corn tortillas provide a more traditional flavor, while flour tortillas are softer and more flexible.
- The mango salsa can be prepared a few hours ahead for enhanced flavor.
- Store shrimp and salsa separately to keep the tacos from becoming soggy.
- Reheat shrimp gently in a skillet to avoid overcooking and rubbery texture.
- Pineapple can be substituted for mango for a tropical variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
