Description
Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Slaw and Avocado Crema are a vibrant culinary delight that brings together succulent shrimp, zesty mango slaw, and creamy avocado sauce, all wrapped in soft corn tortillas. This dish is perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to lively gatherings. With a harmonious blend of flavors—spicy, sweet, and creamy—these tacos are sure to impress seafood lovers and taco enthusiasts alike. Plus, they come together in just 25 minutes, making them an easy choice for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1¼ lbs large shrimp
- ¼ head red cabbage
- 1 large mango
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- Small corn tortillas
- Lime juice
- ¼–½ tsp chipotle powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ancho chili powder
- ½ tsp granulated onion powder
- ½ tsp granulated garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp dried epazote or thyme or Mexican oregano
- ½ tsp sugar
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2–3 stalks scallions or green onions
- 1–2 tbsp lime juice or vinegar
- 2–3 tbsp chopped cilantro
- ¼ tsp sugar
- Kosher salt as needed
- 1–2 small cloves garlic
- ½–1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp with spices for 5–10 minutes.
- Prepare the mango slaw by mixing diced mango, shredded cabbage, lime juice, salt, sugar, cilantro, and green onions; let rest.
- Blend avocado with yogurt, garlic, lime juice, and jalapeño to make crema.
- Cook shrimp in a skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until opaque.
- Warm tortillas over an open flame or low oven before assembling tacos.
- Spread avocado crema on tortillas, add shrimp and top with mango slaw; serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 225mg
Keywords: Adjust spice levels by varying chipotle powder or jalapeño. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Serve with lime wedges for extra zest.