Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Slaw and Avocado Crema
Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Slaw and Avocado Crema are a vibrant, mouthwatering dish that brings together the succulent flavors of seasoned shrimp, refreshing mango slaw, and creamy avocado crema. Perfect for any gathering or casual dinner, these tacos are quick to prepare, making them ideal for busy weeknights. The colorful presentation and an explosion of flavors will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With healthy ingredients, this dish is customizable to fit any palate, ensuring everyone can enjoy these delicious tacos!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1¼ lbs large shrimp
- ¼ head red cabbage
- 1 large mango
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1–2 tbsp lime juice
- ¼–½ tsp chipotle powder
- Small corn tortillas
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp with spices (chipotle powder, smoked paprika, ancho chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, epozote or thyme, sugar, and salt) for 5-10 minutes.
- Mix diced mango, shredded cabbage, lime juice, sugar, and salt in a bowl for the slaw; let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Blend avocado with Greek yogurt, garlic cloves, lime juice, and jalapeño until smooth.
- Cook marinated shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes until opaque.
- Warm corn tortillas over an open flame or in a low oven.
- Assemble tacos with avocado crema on each tortilla topped with shrimp and mango slaw.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg