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Flavorful Firecracker Shrimp Tacos with Easy Fresh Mango Salsa

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These firecracker shrimp tacos combine a spicy, crispy shrimp with a fresh, sweet mango salsa, creating a vibrant and satisfying flavor balance perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught preferred)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (can substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Vegetable oil for frying (avocado oil preferred)
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 large ripe mango, diced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt, to taste
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
  • 1 cup shredded green cabbage
  • Fresh lime wedges
  • Optional: sliced avocado or a drizzle of sour cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Mango Salsa: In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Add lime juice and salt. Stir gently, cover, and refrigerate while preparing shrimp.
  2. Make the Shrimp Batter: In a large bowl, mix flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. In a separate bowl, beat the egg. Dip each shrimp into the egg, then dredge in the flour mixture. Set aside.
  3. Fry the Shrimp: Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (about 350°F). Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Prepare the Firecracker Sauce: Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in hot sauce and warm through. Toss fried shrimp in the sauce until evenly coated.
  5. Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or over a gas flame until pliable and slightly charred.
  6. Assemble the Tacos: Place a tortilla flat, add shredded cabbage, 3-4 shrimp, and spoon over mango salsa. Add avocado slices or sour cream if desired. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Keep oil temperature steady when frying to avoid greasy or burnt shrimp. Toss shrimp in firecracker sauce just before serving to keep coating crisp. For dairy-free, omit butter and sour cream or substitute with coconut yogurt. Mango salsa tastes better after chilling for an hour. Fry shrimp in batches to maintain oil temperature and crispiness.

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