Chipotle Shrimp Tacos with Avocado-Mango Salsa
A vibrant and flavorful dish combining spicy shrimp and sweet avocado-mango salsa, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 lb medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
- 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp chipotle chili powder or classic chili powder mixed with a pinch of cayenne powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 3/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
For the Salsa
- 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 medium ripe avocado, diced
- 1 medium ripe mango, diced
- 1 small fresh jalapeño, seeds and ribs removed, finely diced or 1/2 large jalapeño
- 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime zest and juice of
For Assembly
- 8 pieces corn or flour tortillas, warmed
- 1/4 cup sour cream or plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro for garnish as desired
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel and place them in a large bowl.
- Add 1 Tbsp. of olive oil, shallots, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, and salt to the shrimp. Mix well to combine and let stand for 10 minutes.
Salsa
- In another bowl, combine the diced mango, avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, and the zest and juice of 1 lime. Stir gently to combine and season with a pinch of salt.
Cooking Shrimp
- Heat the remaining 1 Tbsp. of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, add the shrimp mixture in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Transfer the shrimp to a clean bowl or plate and remove the tails.
Crema
- In a small bowl, combine sour cream, lime juice, and cilantro. Mix until smooth.
Assembly
- Spread a light layer of crema on each warmed tortilla, add chipotle shrimp, and spoon the avocado-mango salsa on top.
- Finish off with a drizzle of extra crema and additional cilantro if desired.
Notes
Serve immediately while warm. For leftovers, store components separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 19gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g