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Chipotle shrimp tacos served with avocado-mango salsa in a vibrant setting

Chipotle Shrimp Tacos with Avocado-Mango Salsa

These vibrant chipotle shrimp tacos are quick to prepare and feature seasoned shrimp topped with a refreshing avocado-mango salsa.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

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 Tbsp for shrimp, 1 Tbsp for cooking
  • 1 tsp. chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 3/4 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
For the Salsa
  • 1 medium ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 medium ripe mango, diced
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeds and ribs removed, finely diced
  • 2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
  • Zest of 1 lime
For the Crema
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (or plain whole-milk Greek yogurt)
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro
For the Tacos
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas, warmed

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel and place in a bowl.
  2. Add 1 Tbsp. olive oil, shallots, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well and let stand for 10 minutes.
Make the Salsa
  1. Combine diced mango, avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime zest and juice in another bowl.
  2. Stir gently and season with a pinch of salt.
Cook the Shrimp
  1. Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Once hot, add the shrimp mixture and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  3. Transfer to a plate and remove tails.
Prepare the Crema
  1. Mix sour cream, lime juice, and cilantro in a small bowl until smooth.
Assemble the Tacos
  1. Spread crema on warmed tortillas, add shrimp, and top with avocado-mango salsa.
  2. Drizzle with extra crema and garnish with cilantro, if desired.

Notes

Serve warm with extra lime wedges and fresh cilantro for garnish. These tacos pair well with a simple side salad or tortilla chips.