Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce
These Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce mix sweet mango and zesty sauce for a tasty bite.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¾ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for depth)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Mango Salsa
- 1½ cups ripe mango, diced small
- ⅓ cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, minced (remove seeds for mild flavor)
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- Pinch of salt
For the Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce
- ¾ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- ⅓ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 3 tablespoons mild green salsa
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Assembly
- 6 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1½ cups shredded purple cabbage
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Mango Salsa
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced mango, red bell pepper, jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Add a pinch of salt and stir until evenly mixed. Cover and refrigerate while you prepare the shrimp and sauce.
Make the Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce
- Place sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, honey, and green salsa into a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.
Cook the Shrimp
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the hot pan in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and lightly seared. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assemble the Tacos
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and flexible.
- Spread a spoonful of the creamy cilantro sauce on each tortilla. Add a handful of shredded cabbage, then top with shrimp and a scoop of mango salsa.
- Finish with an extra drizzle of sauce and a squeeze of lime juice.
Notes
Serve Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce warm and fresh for the best texture. Offer lime wedges and extra sauce on the side for guests to add as they like. Store components separately for best results.