Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
This shrimp tacos with mango salsa recipe is a simple, flavorful and healthy weeknight dinner! These are a perfect option for your Taco Tuesday and on your table in 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs large shrimp, fresh or frozen that has been thawed (peeled, deveined, and tails removed)
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp ground pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
For the Mango Salsa
- 2 mangoes, small diced
- ¼ cup red onion, small diced
- 1 fresh jalapeño, small diced (seeds and ribs removed)
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- juice of 1 lime
- salt and pepper to taste
For the Tacos
- 8-10 small tortillas (I use corn or flour "street tacos" tortillas)
Instructions
- Make sure shrimp is thawed and pat them dry. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, spices, salt and pepper. Stir well to coat. Set aside.
- To make the mango salsa, chop the onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and dice the mangoes. In a serving bowl, toss together with juice of one lime. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside until ready to assemble the tacos.
- In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil on medium-high heat. Add shrimp to skillet and spread them out in an even layer. Cook about 3 minutes on each side (until opaque in color). Transfer to a plate immediately (to avoid over-cooking).
- Spoon shrimp into warmed tortillas and top with mango salsa. Enjoy!