Sriracha Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa (Printable)

Spicy shrimp meets sweet mango salsa in warm tortillas for a perfect fusion of flavors in just 35 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Shrimp

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 and Serving

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

# How to Make:

01 - In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove from heat.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together sriracha sauce, honey, lime juice, and soy sauce. Pour the mixture over the 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 combine without breaking down the fruit.
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 - Transfer the assembled tacos to serving plates and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It brings restaurant quality flavor to your table without any fancy techniques or hard to find ingredients.
  • The sweet mango and spicy sriracha create a contrast that keeps every bite interesting and crave worthy.
  • Everything comes together in about half an hour, making it perfect for weeknights when you want something special without the fuss.
02 -
  • Don't overcook the shrimp or they'll turn rubbery and lose their sweetness, so pull them off the heat the moment they turn opaque.
  • Make sure your mango is truly ripe, because an underripe one will be fibrous and flavorless, ruining the salsa's tropical vibe.
  • Warm your tortillas properly or they'll crack and fall apart when you try to fold them, which is a fast track to frustration.
03 -
  • Pat the shrimp completely dry before seasoning so they sear instead of steam, giving you that beautiful caramelized edge.
  • Taste your mango salsa before serving and adjust the lime and salt, because ripe fruit varies in sweetness and you want perfect balance.
  • If you're making these for a crowd, prep the salsa and season the shrimp ahead of time, then cook and assemble right before serving so everything stays hot and fresh.
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