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Fresh Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

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A quick and easy recipe featuring smoky grilled shrimp paired with a sweet and tangy mango salsa, perfect for fresh and vibrant weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt, to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese or feta (optional)
  • Extra lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the shrimp marinade by combining olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice in a medium bowl; whisk until well mixed.
  2. Add peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, toss to coat evenly, cover, and let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  3. While shrimp marinate, dice the mango and finely chop the red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro; combine all in a bowl, add lime juice, season with salt, and mix gently.
  4. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
  5. Place shrimp on the grill in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet until soft and pliable, flipping once; keep warm wrapped in a clean kitchen towel.
  7. Assemble the tacos by placing shrimp on each tortilla, topping with mango salsa, shredded cabbage, and crumbled cheese if using; add a squeeze of lime over the top.
  8. Serve immediately for the best balance of warm shrimp and cool salsa.

Notes

Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender and juicy. Marinate shrimp for no longer than 10 minutes to prevent the lime juice from ‘cooking’ them. If mango salsa is too tart or dry, add a pinch of sugar to balance flavors. Cook shrimp in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the grill. Warm tortillas gently to prevent tearing.

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