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Fresh Grilled Shrimp Tacos Recipe with Easy Zesty Mango Salsa

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These fresh grilled shrimp tacos with zesty mango salsa offer a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors. Quick and easy to prepare, they are ideal for summer gatherings or a light, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium to large size works best)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Juice of half a lime
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of one lime
  • Salt to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • Optional: sliced avocado or a dollop of sour cream
  • Extra lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Marinate the shrimp: In a medium bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Let sit for 10 minutes, but no longer than 20 minutes.
  2. Prepare the mango salsa: In a separate bowl, combine diced mango, finely chopped red onion, minced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently and set aside.
  3. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
  4. Grill the shrimp: Place shrimp on the grill in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Remove promptly when shrimp curl tightly.
  5. Warm the tortillas on the grill or in a dry pan for about 30 seconds per side until soft and pliable.
  6. Assemble the tacos: Place a few shrimp on each tortilla, top with mango salsa, and add avocado slices or sour cream if desired. Finish with an extra squeeze of lime.
  7. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Do not marinate shrimp longer than 20 minutes to avoid ‘cooking’ them with acidity. Keep grill heat medium-high to avoid burning or undercooking. Warm tortillas just before serving. Store shrimp and salsa separately if saving leftovers.

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