Name: Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Slaw and Avocado Crema
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1¼ lbs large shrimp, deveined; 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); 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 culinary delight that will elevate any meal. These tacos feature succulent shrimp marinated in zesty spices, complemented by a refreshing mango slaw and rich avocado crema. Perfect for summer barbecues, family dinners, or quick weeknight meals, this recipe offers a beautiful blend of flavors and textures that everyone will love. Each bite is an explosion of sweetness from the mango and heat from the shrimp, making these tacos a must-try.

Author: Kayla
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

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1¼ lbs large shrimp, deveined
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)
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 with spices for 5 to 10 minutes.
Prepare the mango slaw by combining diced mango, shredded cabbage, lime juice, salt, and sugar; let it rest.
Blend avocado, Greek yogurt, garlic, lime juice, and jalapeño for the crema until smooth.
Cook marinated shrimp in a hot skillet for about 3 to 4 minutes until opaque.
Warm corn tortillas over an open flame or in the oven.
Assemble tacos by spreading avocado crema on tortillas, adding shrimp and mango slaw.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 150g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 180mg

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