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Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Avocado Salsa

Sweet and spicy tacos that give you all the tropical vibes
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: mango salsa, shrimp tacos, spicy shrimp, tacos
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp peeled and devained
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Mango Avocado Salsa
  • 2 mangos cubed
  • 1 cup tomatoes deseeded, diced
  • 1 avocado cubed
  • 1/2 jalapeno deseeded, minced
  • 1/3 cup red onion minced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Mango crema
  • 1/3 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mango
  • 2 tbsp cilantro chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  • To make the salsa, combine mango, avocado, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapenos, lime juice and salt in a bowl. Toss well.
  • Toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cayenne and salt. Heat a little bit of oil in a heavy bottomed skillet over high heat. Add shrimp and cook 2 minutes on one side. Flip and cook an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • To make the crema, combine yogurt, mango, cilantro, lime juice and salt in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.
  • To assemble, warm tortillas, add shrimp and top with salsa and crema.