Description
Individual Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a taste of the tropics to your table. Juicy shrimp, seasoned to perfection, are nestled in warm corn tortillas and topped with a refreshing mango salsa that combines sweetness and zest. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, these tacos are sure to impress everyone while being easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh or frozen shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 ripe mango (diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- If using frozen shrimp, thaw them in cold water and pat dry.
- In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
- Sauté the shrimp in a hot skillet over medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Meanwhile, mix diced mango, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a separate bowl to make the salsa.
- Warm corn tortillas briefly on the skillet until pliable.
- Assemble tacos by filling each tortilla with sautéed shrimp and a generous scoop of mango salsa.
- Serve immediately with extra lime juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 160mg