These Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa are a quick, easy, and flavorful dinner option. They feature tender shrimp, sweet and tangy mango salsa, a creamy cilantro lime sauce, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas.
Looking for the perfect taco night recipe? These shrimp tacos are it! The fresh mango salsa perfectly complements the seasoned shrimp and creamy sauce. Not a mango fan? You can easily substitute it with pineapple salsa instead.
Why You’ll Love These Shrimp Tacos
Tacos are always a hit, especially in our house! They’re quick, easy to make, and customizable. These shrimp tacos with mango salsa are a step up from the usual ground turkey and cheese tacos, offering a more sophisticated flavor profile that everyone will enjoy. The combination of chili-seasoned shrimp, crunchy cabbage, sweet and tangy mango salsa, and creamy cilantro lime sauce is simply irresistible.
How to Make Shrimp Tacos: Step-by-Step
This recipe is straightforward. Here’s how to create these delicious shrimp tacos:
- Prepare the Shrimp: Season the shrimp with chili powder.
- Sear the Shrimp: Sear the shrimp in a hot pan until golden brown.
- Make the Mango Salsa: While the shrimp cooks, dice the mango salsa ingredients.
- Prepare the Sauce: Whip up the creamy cilantro lime sauce.
- Assemble the Tacos: Fill warm corn tortillas with shredded cabbage, the cooked shrimp, mango salsa, and a drizzle of cilantro sauce.
How to Peel Shrimp for Tacos
This recipe calls for raw shrimp, which are cooked to perfection in a hot pan. Here’s a quick guide to peeling shrimp:
- Remove the Shell: If your shrimp have shells, simply pull the main part of the shell off with your fingers.
- Remove the Tail: Then, remove the tail end of the shell.
- Devein (Optional): If you see a dark line running along the back of the shrimp, you can devein it. Use a paring knife to make a shallow slit and remove the vein.
Top Tips for the Best Shrimp Tacos
- Shrimp Size: I recommend using larger shrimp, such as 21-25 count. But, you can use smaller shrimp with great results.
- Presentation: Leaving the tails on the shrimp adds to the presentation, but it can make them a bit trickier to eat.
- Make Ahead: The mango salsa and cilantro lime sauce can be made up to 8 hours in advance, perfect for meal prep.
- Tortillas: While I prefer corn tortillas, flour tortillas are also a delicious option.
- Cabbage: A mandoline works great for finely shredded cabbage, but pre-shredded cabbage saves time.
How to Make the Mango Salsa
This vibrant fruit salsa is key to the shrimp tacos’ amazing flavor. It combines:
- Fresh mango
- Red bell pepper
- Lime juice
- Chopped cilantro
- A touch of jalapeño for a kick (remove seeds and ribs to reduce heat)
Use ripe mangoes for the best, sweetest results!
Shrimp Taco Variations
While the recipe is delicious as written, feel free to customize it based on your preferences and what you have on hand. Here are some ideas:
- Protein: Experiment with different proteins like tilapia or salmon.
- Salsa: If you don’t have mango, try other fruits like peaches, pineapple, papaya, or kiwi. Avocado also makes a fantastic addition.
- Toppings: Add toppings like jalapeño slices, cotija cheese, or pickled red onion.
This entire meal is ready in about 25 minutes. So the next time the family asks for tacos, make these shrimp tacos with mango salsa. Don’t forget to serve them with my Mexican rice and cantina beans on the side!
More Delicious Taco Recipes
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- Ground Beef Tacos
- Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
- Baked Beef Tacos
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