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Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa


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  • Author: Chef Billy
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4

Description

Succulent shrimp seasoned with a spicy blend, nestled in warm corn tortillas and topped with a refreshing mango salsa.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • Optional: sour cream, lime wedges, avocado slices for serving


Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
  3. In another bowl, combine mango, red bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, red onion, and jalapeño to make the salsa.
  4. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  5. Assemble tacos: place a few shrimp on each tortilla, top with mango salsa, and add optional toppings as desired.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra heat, add more cayenne or a dash of hot sauce.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Main
  • Cuisine: Mexican