Name: Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Slaw and Avocado Crema
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1¼ lbs large shrimp; 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 epozote or thyme or Mexican oregano; ½ tsp sugar; ½ tsp kosher salt; 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (or any neutral oil); 1 large mango, diced into small pieces; ¼ head red cabbage, finely shredded (about 3½ cups); 2-3 stalks scallions or green onions, chopped; 1-2 tbsp lime juice or vinegar; 2-3 tbsp chopped cilantro; ¼ tsp sugar; kosher salt as needed; 1 medium ripe avocado, chopped; ½ cup greek yogurt; 1-2 small cloves garlic (use as you need); 3-4 tbsp lime juice; ½-1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped; small corn tortilla; sliced lime as needed

Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Slaw and Avocado Crema

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Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Slaw and Avocado Crema are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a tropical twist to your dinner table. These tacos feature juicy, marinated shrimp cooked to perfection, complemented by a refreshing mango slaw and rich avocado crema. Perfect for casual weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish. The combination of sweet, spicy, and creamy elements creates an irresistible meal that will delight your taste buds. Serve these delicious tacos with fresh lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor!

Author: Brianna
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Dinner
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

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1¼ lbs large shrimp
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 epozote or thyme or Mexican oregano
½ tsp sugar
½ tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp olive oil or butter (or any neutral oil)
1 large mango, diced into small pieces
¼ head red cabbage, finely shredded (about 3½ cups)
2–3 stalks scallions or green onions, chopped
1–2 tbsp lime juice or vinegar
2–3 tbsp chopped cilantro
¼ tsp sugar
kosher salt as needed
1 medium ripe avocado, chopped
½ cup greek yogurt
1–2 small cloves garlic (use as you need)
3–4 tbsp lime juice
½–1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
small corn tortilla
sliced lime as needed

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Instructions

Marinate the shrimp in a blend of spices for 5–10 minutes.
Prepare the mango slaw by mixing diced mango, shredded cabbage, lime juice, salt, sugar, cilantro, and green onions; let it rest.
Blend avocado crema ingredients until smooth.
Cook the marinated shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes until opaque.
Warm corn tortillas over an open flame or in the oven.
Assemble tacos by spreading avocado crema on tortillas and topping with shrimp and mango slaw.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
Calories: 330
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 150mg

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