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Blackened Shrimp Tacos Recipe with Easy Mango Avocado Salsa

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Flavorful blackened shrimp tacos paired with a fresh, creamy mango avocado salsa. Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium to large size works best)
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil (for searing)
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • ½ small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas (warmed before serving)
  • Optional toppings: shredded cabbage, sour cream or Greek yogurt, extra lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry 1 lb (450g) of peeled and deveined shrimp.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp ground cumin, ½ tsp cayenne pepper, plus salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well.
  3. Toss the shrimp in the spice blend, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, diced avocado, finely chopped red onion, and finely chopped jalapeño (optional). Add lime juice and chopped cilantro. Gently toss and season with salt to taste.
  5. Heat a cast iron or heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tbsp olive or avocado oil and heat until shimmering.
  6. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes on one side until a deep, dark crust forms. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
  7. Warm tortillas on a dry skillet or wrapped in foil in a low oven.
  8. Assemble tacos by placing 3-4 shrimp on each tortilla, spooning mango avocado salsa on top, and adding optional toppings like shredded cabbage or sour cream.
  9. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before seasoning for best sear. Cook shrimp on high heat quickly to avoid toughness. Prepare salsa just before serving to keep avocado fresh. Warm tortillas before assembling. Adjust cayenne and jalapeño for desired spice level. For dairy-free, skip sour cream or use cashew sauce.

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