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Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

Happy Cinco de Mayo! We are making a fresh shrimp taco recipe topped with mango salsa. Serve this colorful dish with your favorite margarita and Mexican rice.

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp. olive oil
  • 1 lb. shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed
  • 1/4 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt, divided
  • 1 cup finely diced mango
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/2 jalapeño pepper, minced
  • 3 Tbsp. lime juice, divided
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped, divided
  • 1 cup light sour cream
  • 1 1/2 tsp. honey
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil over high heat. Season shrimp with chili powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Sear shrimp in heated pan for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until cooked through.
  2. Combine mango, peppers, 2 tablespoons lime juice, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 cup cilantro in a bowl. Cover and place in refrigerator for at least 15 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  3. Place sour cream, remaining 1/4 cup cilantro, remaining lime juice, honey and salsa in food processor; process until sauce is smooth and creamy. Add salt and pepper to taste. Warm tortillas, add cilantro sauce, cabbage and shrimp to each tortilla. Top with mango salsa.