Yields: 6 tacos (serves 2–3)
Time: 25 minutes
🛒 Ingredients:
For the shrimp:
- ½ lb (225g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Juice of ½ lime
For the mango salsa:
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- ¼ red onion, finely chopped
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- Juice of ½ lime
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- Optional: ½ jalapeño, minced (for heat)
Extras:
- 6 small corn or flour tortillas
- Shredded cabbage or lettuce
- Avocado slices or guacamole
- Sour cream or chipotle mayo (optional)
🔥 Directions:
- Make the mango salsa:
Combine mango, onion, bell pepper, lime juice, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using) in a bowl. Set aside to let flavours meld. - Season the shrimp:
Toss shrimp with olive oil, spices, lime juice, salt, and pepper. - Cook the shrimp:
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté shrimp 1–2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from heat. - Warm tortillas:
Heat in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable. - Assemble the tacos:
Add shredded cabbage, cooked shrimp, mango salsa, and avocado to each tortilla. Top with sour cream or chipotle mayo if desired.
🌶️ Tips & Swaps:
- Use tofu or jackfruit for a plant-based version.
- Swap mango for pineapple or peach if that’s what you have on hand.
- Add crumbled cotija cheese or pickled onions for extra flair.
