Description
Delightfully fresh and packed with flavor, these Mango Chili Lime Shrimp Tacos offer a beautiful balance of sweetness, spice, and crunch, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Juice of 2 limes
- Corn tortillas for serving
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Allow them to marinate for at least 30 minutes; this infuses them with incredible flavor.
- Prepare the Slaw: In another bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, finely chopped cilantro, juice of half a lime, and a sprinkle of salt. Mix well and set aside, letting the flavors meld together.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add a splash of olive oil. Once hot, add the marinated shrimp in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Warm the Tortillas: Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable, about 30 seconds.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a few shrimp on each tortilla, top generously with slaw, and add diced avocado. A squeeze of extra lime juice brightens everything up!
- Serve: Garnish your vibrant tacos with lime wedges and enjoy!
Notes
Marinate shrimp the night before for maximum flavor. Customize with different fruits or toppings to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: tacos, shrimp, mango, chili, lime, summer recipes, gluten-free