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Quick 15-Minute Shrimp Tacos Recipe with Easy Fresh Mango Slaw

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A quick and flavorful shrimp tacos recipe featuring a fresh mango slaw, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Ready in just 15 minutes, it combines smoky shrimp with a sweet and tangy slaw for a delicious meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (preferably wild-caught)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and julienned or diced
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (seeded if preferred less heat)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • Optional toppings: avocado slices, sour cream, or crumbled queso fresco

Instructions

  1. Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done. Peel and julienne the mango, shred the cabbage finely, thinly slice the red onion, finely chop the jalapeño (remove seeds if you want less heat), and chop the cilantro. Set everything aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, mango, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Add 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice and 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently until everything is well coated and vibrant. Let it sit while you cook the shrimp.
  3. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot (about 1-2 minutes). Add shrimp in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook shrimp for about 2 minutes on one side until pink and slightly charred, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until opaque and just cooked through. Remove from heat and drizzle with fresh lime juice.
  5. Warm tortillas quickly in a dry pan over medium heat for 20-30 seconds each side or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20 seconds.
  6. Assemble tacos by placing 3-4 shrimp on each tortilla, topping generously with mango slaw, and adding optional toppings like avocado slices or sour cream. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure a good sear. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming shrimp. Use high heat for a quick sear and lock in juices. Rest shrimp briefly with lime juice after cooking. Prepare slaw ahead and store in fridge up to 2 days; toss with fresh lime juice before serving. Warm tortillas before assembling. For extra heat, sprinkle chili powder on assembled tacos.

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