Ingredients
To create these delicious tacos, you’ll need a few key ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for desired heat level)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Optional: 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped for extra heat
If you can’t find fresh mango, feel free to substitute with canned or even pineapple for a different twist. And if you prefer flour tortillas, those work just as well!
Instructions
Now, let’s bring this dish to life with these simple steps:
- Start by preparing the shrimp. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine the diced mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño if using. Mix well to create your mango salsa.
- Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet or in the microwave until pliable.
- Assemble the tacos by placing a few shrimp on each tortilla, topped with a generous spoonful of mango salsa and a few slices of avocado.
- Serve immediately with a squeeze of lime and enjoy the burst of flavors!
Remember, cooking is an art, not a science. Feel free to adjust the spices to suit your taste. If you prefer your shrimp less spicy, simply reduce the amount of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International