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Blackened Shrimp Tacos Recipe with Easy Fresh Mango Salsa

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These blackened shrimp tacos with fresh mango salsa offer a quick, flavorful meal with a smoky, mildly spicy crust on the shrimp and a refreshing, vibrant mango salsa topping. Perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail-on optional)
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to heat preference)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 large ripe mango, diced
  • ½ red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • Salt, to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
  • Optional: sour cream or chipotle mayo
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Toss shrimp in the spice mix until evenly coated. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Combine diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro in a bowl. Add lime juice and salt to taste. Stir gently and chill until serving.
  4. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive or avocado oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  5. Add shrimp in a single layer without crowding. Cook about 2 minutes per side until opaque and blackened. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  6. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel for 20 seconds.
  7. Assemble tacos by layering shredded cabbage or lettuce on tortillas, adding 3-4 shrimp, topping with mango salsa, and optionally drizzling sour cream or chipotle mayo. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before seasoning for a crispy crust. Use a hot skillet to get a good blackened sear. Cook shrimp in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding. Fresh lime juice and ripe mango are key for best flavor. Adjust cayenne and jalapeño for desired spice level. Leftovers should be stored separately and shrimp reheated gently.

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