Description
Blackened Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa combine bold, smoky seasoned shrimp with a fresh, vibrant mango salsa. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for warm days, offering a light yet satisfying meal that bursts with flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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Mango Salsa
- 1 mango (peeled & diced)
- 1/3 medium red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/2 roasted red bell pepper (store bought in a jar)
- 1/2 small cucumber (peeled, seeded and diced)
- 1/2 jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (1/2 of a juicy lime)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt or more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper or more to taste
Shrimp and Tacos
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for the grill or cast iron skillet (divided)
- 1 lb medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 teaspoon store bought blackened seasoning
- 8 corn tortillas
Instructions
- Make The Salsa: In a large bowl, combine the diced mango, finely chopped red onion, roasted red bell pepper, diced cucumber, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro. Add fresh lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well mixed. Cover the bowl and refrigerate to allow the flavors to meld until ready to serve.
- Prepare The Shrimp: In another large bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with the blackened seasoning and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, ensuring every shrimp is evenly coated with the seasoning for a bold smoky flavor.
- Cook The Shrimp: Heat a grill or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once hot, add the seasoned shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque, cooked through, and have a slight char from the blackened seasoning.
- Warm The Tortillas: While the shrimp cooks, warm the corn tortillas on the grill or in a separate skillet until soft and pliable, approximately 30 seconds per side.
- Assemble The Tacos: Place cooked shrimp onto the warmed tortillas and top generously with the chilled mango salsa. Serve immediately for a fresh and flavorful meal.
Notes
- These Blackened Shrimp Tacos are packed with bold, smoky shrimp and topped with a bright, juicy mango salsa.
- They are quick to make and perfect for warm days when you want something light but satisfying.
- To enhance the smoky flavor, use a cast iron skillet or grill for cooking the shrimp.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity to control the spice level of the salsa.
- For a low-carb option, consider using lettuce wraps instead of corn tortillas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 126 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 423 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 69 mg
