Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
253 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
Description
The shrimp are peeled, deveined, and cooked in a skillet over medium heat until pink and opaque, seasoned generously with Cajun seasoning that includes a blend of paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and other spices. Meanwhile, the mango salsa is prepared by mixing diced mangoes with finely diced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and a touch of chili powder to add subtle heat and brightness.
The tacos are assembled by layering a portion of thinly sliced red cabbage on warmed flour tortillas, topped with the spicy shrimp and finished with a spoonful of mango salsa. The crisp cabbage adds crunch, balancing the tender shrimp and juicy salsa. Lime wedges serve as a garnish to add fresh acidity when squeezed over the tacos.
This dish is well-suited for easy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. The homemade Cajun seasoning can be customized to taste, and the mango salsa can be made ahead to let flavors meld. The tacos offer a pleasing contrast of spicy, sweet, and tangy elements all in a convenient handheld form.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds Shrimp peeled, de-veined and tails removed, medium
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (homemade OR see notes for my easy homemade seasoning)
- lime juice plus additional lime wedges for serving, juice of one lime
- 1 cup red cabbage thinly sliced
- 8 taco-sized flour tortillas
- 2 Mango diced
- ¼ red onion diced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ cup cilantro roughly chopped
Instructions
- Combine mangoes, onions, salt, chili powder, cilantro and lime juice in a bowl and stir to combine. Set aside.
- Add shrimp to a large pan or skillet and bring to medium heat. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and stir until shrimp is pink and cooked through.
- Assemble tacos by divided cabbage between tortillas. Top with shrimp and mango salsa. Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing on top.
Notes
- For homemade Cajun seasoning, combine 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon onion salt, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, heaping 1/2 teaspoon oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 253kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 429mg | 143% |
| Sodium | 1492mg | 62% |
| Potassium | 425mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 2335IU | 47% |
| Vitamin C | 58mg | 64% |
| Calcium | 277mg | 28% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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