Sriracha Shrimp Tacos with Mango (Printer-friendly)

Spicy sriracha shrimp meets fresh mango salsa in warm tortillas for a sweet and tangy fusion meal in 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Shrimp Base

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Sriracha Sauce

07 - 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
10 - 1 teaspoon soy sauce

→ Mango Salsa

11 - 1 large ripe mango, diced
12 - 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
13 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
14 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
15 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - Juice of 1 lime
17 - Pinch of salt

→ Assembly

18 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
19 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
20 - Lime wedges for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together sriracha sauce, honey, lime juice, and soy sauce until well combined. Pour over cooked shrimp and toss to coat evenly.
04 - In a bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix gently to preserve texture.
05 - Place a small handful of shredded red cabbage on each warmed tortilla. Top with sriracha-coated shrimp and a generous spoonful of mango salsa.
06 - Arrange tacos on a serving platter and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The homemade sriracha glaze clings to every shrimp with just the right balance of heat and sweetness.
  • Mango salsa adds a tropical brightness that feels like a mini vacation on a weeknight.
  • Everything comes together in under 40 minutes, perfect for when you want something exciting without the fuss.
  • The contrast between warm spiced shrimp and cool crunchy cabbage makes every bite interesting.
02 -
  • Don't overcook the shrimp or they'll turn rubbery; pull them off the heat the moment they're opaque all the way through.
  • If your mango is underripe, toss the salsa with a tiny pinch of sugar to help the sweetness along.
  • Warm tortillas make all the difference; cold tortillas crack and steal the joy right out of taco night.
03 -
  • Let the shrimp come to room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking so they sear evenly and don't cool down the pan.
  • Use a paper towel to pat the shrimp completely dry; any moisture will prevent that beautiful caramelized crust.
  • If your skillet isn't big enough, cook the shrimp in two batches to avoid crowding, which steams instead of sears.
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