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Coconut Shrimp Taco Recipe with Mango Salsa

Crispy coconut crusted shrimp are topped with a sweet and spicy mango salsa in this Coconut Shrimp Taco Recipe that brings a taste of the tropics to taco night!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings, 2 tacos each
Calories: 954 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients

Coconut Shrimp
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3/4 cup sweetened, shredded coconut
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • oil for frying
  • 24 large shrimp peeled, deveined and tails removed
Mango Salsa
  • 1 Mango diced
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 - 1 Jalapeno pepper finely diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
For the tacos
  • 8 soft taco size flour tortillas
  • shredded purple cabbage
  • Sliced avocados
  • cilantro
  • fresh lime juice

Instructions

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  1. Combine the panko, coconut, lime zest, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl or plate. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Place the cornstarch in a third bowl.
  2. Heat about 1 inch of oil in a heavy pot or cast iron skillet to about 350ºF.
  3. Working with a few shrimp at a time, dip them into the cornstarch first, shaking off any excess. Transfer to the eggs, then into the panko mixture, coating the shrimp completely. Place in the oil and cook until browned and crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Remove to a paper towel lined plate and repeat until all of the shrimp are cooked.
  4. To make the salsa, combine the mango, red bell pepper, onion, cilantro and jalapeño in a small bowl. Squeeze the lime juice over the top and stir to combine. If needed, season to taste with salt.
  5. To assemble, place 3 shrimp on each tortilla. Top with a couple slices of avocado, cabbage, cilantro, and some of the mango salsa. Squeeze fresh lime over the top, if desired.

Notes

  • Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts. Any nutritional information should be used as a general guide.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2tacos Calories 954kcal (48%) Carbohydrates 90g (30%) Protein 55g (110%) Fat 42g (65%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 18g Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 433mg (144%) Sodium 1608mg (67%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 15g (30%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings, 2 tacos each

Amount Per Serving

Calories 954

% Daily Value*

Serving 2tacos
Calories 954kcal 48%
Carbohydrates 90g 30%
Protein 55g 110%
Fat 42g 65%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18g 106%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 433mg 144%
Sodium 1608mg 67%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 15g 30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.