Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce bring bright fruit and cool sauce to tender shrimp for a fast, fresh meal.

Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce — introduction

These Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce are easy and full of fresh flavor.
They work for a quick weeknight dinner or a small party.

If you like shrimp in other dishes, try a different shrimp idea like Shrimp Cocktail with Cranberry Cocktail Sauce for a starter.

Why make Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Make these Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce because they are fast and colorful.
They mix sweet mango with spicy jalapeño and a creamy herb sauce for great balance.

Pair them with a fresh salad like Vegetarian Chopped Power Salad with Creamy Cilantro Dressing for a fuller meal.

How to make Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Follow simple steps to make Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce at home.
Cook shrimp, mix salsa, make sauce, warm tortillas, and assemble.

• Make the mango salsa: combine mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well.
• Cook the shrimp: heat olive oil, season shrimp with salt and pepper, cook 3–4 minutes per side until pink.
• Make the sauce: mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and chopped cilantro.
• Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
• Assemble tacos: place shrimp on tortillas, top with mango salsa, drizzle with creamy cilantro sauce.

For another seafood taco twist, see a different idea like Air Fryer Salmon with Avocado Salsa.

Ingredients for Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 1 ripe mango, diced
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1 jalapeño, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for cooking

Directions for Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

1. In a bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well to create the mango salsa.
2. In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
3. In another bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and chopped cilantro to make the creamy sauce.
4. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
5. To assemble, place shrimp on each tortilla, top with mango salsa, and drizzle with creamy cilantro sauce. Serve immediately.

How to serve Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Serve Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce hot and fresh.
Offer lime wedges on the side for extra tang.

Serve with simple sides:

• Rice or beans
• A light salad or chips
• Fresh cilantro and extra salsa

How to store Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Store components separately to keep them fresh.
Keep shrimp in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

• Salsa stays fresh 1–2 days in the fridge.
• Sauce keeps 3–4 days refrigerated.
• Warm tortillas when ready to serve.

Tips to make Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

• Use fresh shrimp for best taste and quick cook time.
• Cut mango small so it sits well on the taco.
• Taste salsa and sauce for salt and lime before serving.

For more fish cooking tips, check a crispy fish idea like Crispy Trout with Creek Sauce.

Variation for Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

• Make it spicy: leave some seeds in the jalapeño or add hot sauce.
• Make it milder: use only the white part of the onion and remove seeds.
• Use flour tortillas or lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.

FAQs about Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Q: Can I use frozen shrimp for Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce?
A: Yes. Thaw completely and pat dry before cooking. This helps them brown and stay juicy.

Q: How do I make the sauce lighter for Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce?
A: Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and cut the mayo in half. Stir in cilantro and taste.

Q: What tools help make Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce easier?
A: A good tortilla press or a small cast-iron pan speeds warming and filling. Buy it here.

Q: How long can I keep leftovers of Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce?
A: Keep shrimp and sauce in the fridge up to 2–3 days. Salsa is best within 1–2 days for freshness.

Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

These vibrant shrimp tacos are topped with a refreshing mango salsa and a creamy cilantro sauce, making for a quick and delicious meal.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Total Time 23 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine Mexican, Seafood

Servings 4 servings

Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the Mango Salsa

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh shrimp for best flavor.
• 1 ripe mango diced Ensure the mango is ripe for sweetness.
• 1/2 red onion diced Use only the white part for milder flavor.
• 1 jalapeño minced Leave some seeds for extra heat, or remove for a milder option.
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro Chopped.
• 2 tablespoons lime juice For adding tang.

For the Creamy Sauce

• 1/2 cup sour cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise Use less for a lighter sauce.
• 1 tablespoon cilantro Chopped, additional for the sauce.

For Assembly

• 8 small corn tortillas Can substitute with flour tortillas or lettuce wraps.
• to taste salt and pepper For seasoning the shrimp.
• to taste Olive oil For cooking shrimp.

Instructions

 

Prepare Mango Salsa

• In a bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well.

Cook Shrimp

• In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil.
• Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Make Creamy Sauce

• In another bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and chopped cilantro to make the creamy sauce.

Warm Tortillas

• Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.

Assemble Tacos

• Place shrimp on each tortilla, top with mango salsa, and drizzle with creamy cilantro sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

Serve hot and fresh with lime wedges on the side for extra tang. Store components separately for best freshness. Keep shrimp in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days; salsa stays fresh 1-2 days; sauce keeps 3-4 days.

Keyword Cilantro Sauce, Easy Recipe, Mango Salsa, Quick Dinner, Shrimp Tacos