Description
Mango Shrimp Tacos are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. The succulent shrimp, perfectly marinated with zesty lime and chili powder, pairs beautifully with the fresh mango and creamy avocado, all nestled in warm tortillas. These vibrant tacos are not only easy to prepare but also make for an impressive dish at any gathering or cozy dinner night.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 ripe mango (diced)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 medium red onion (finely diced)
- 1 ripe avocado (sliced)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine shrimp with lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
- While marinating, chop mango, red onion, and avocado.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté marinated shrimp for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Warm tortillas slightly. Assemble tacos by layering sautéed shrimp, diced mango, avocado slices, cilantro, and red onion on each tortilla.
- Squeeze extra lime juice over tacos before serving. Enjoy immediately!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg