Description
Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Charred Corn and Mango Salsa are a vibrant and delicious summer dish perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. Each taco features juicy shrimp seasoned with spices, complemented by sweet charred corn and refreshing mango salsa. This meal is not just about flavors; it creates lasting memories under the sun while bringing freshness and excitement to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
- 1 cup sweet corn, grilled or frozen
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F / 200°C).
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Grill corn for about 10-12 minutes until charred; let cool and cut off kernels.
- For the salsa, combine diced mango, red onion, lime juice, and salt in a bowl.
- Grill shrimp for about 3-4 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Warm tortillas on the grill for 1 minute per side; fill with shrimp, corn, and top with mango salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg