Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos (Printable)
Cilantro-lime shrimp with mango salsa in warm corn tortillas, ready in 30 minutes; gluten-free and dairy-free.
# What You'll Need:
→ Shrimp
01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 garlic clove, minced
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
08 - Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
→ Mango Salsa
09 - 1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and diced
10 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
11 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
12 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
15 - Salt, to taste
→ Assembly
16 - 8 small corn tortillas
17 - Extra cilantro, chopped, for garnish
18 - Lime wedges, for garnish
19 - Optional: shredded cabbage
20 - Optional: avocado slices
21 - Optional: sour cream
# How To Make:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine shrimp with cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly and allow to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
02 - In a separate bowl, mix mango, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and set aside.
03 - Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Arrange the marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked through.
04 - Heat corn tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until soft and pliable.
05 - Distribute shrimp evenly onto tortillas. Top with mango salsa and garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges. Add shredded cabbage, avocado slices, or sour cream if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It’s the ultimate trick to making dinner feel festive and effortless all at once – the hardest part is not eating the shrimp straight from the pan.
- The sweet-tangy salsa and warm tortillas come together for a freshness that instantly brightens up any weeknight.
02 -
- I once over-marinated the shrimp and discovered they turn rubbery if left soaking too long – resist the temptation to prep too early!
- The salsa truly shines if made just before serving; prepping in advance dulls its flavors and texture.
03 -
- Patting the shrimp dry and not crowding the pan is key for a proper sear.
- A generous dusting of cilantro at the end infuses that extra-fresh, herbaceous punch that makes these tacos so special.