Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos (Printable)
Quick cilantro-lime shrimp with vibrant mango salsa, warm corn tortillas and bright lime garnish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Shrimp
01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
03 - 2 tablespoons lime juice (from about 1 large lime)
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 garlic clove, minced
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
08 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Mango Salsa
09 - 1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and diced
10 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
11 - 1/2 medium red bell pepper, diced
12 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
14 - 2 tablespoons lime juice
15 - Salt, to taste
→ Assembly
16 - 8 small corn tortillas
17 - Additional chopped cilantro, for garnish
18 - Lime wedges, for serving
19 - Optional: shredded cabbage
20 - Optional: avocado slices
21 - Optional: sour cream
# Steps:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine shrimp, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to ensure even coating. Allow to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine mango, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well mixed, then set aside to let flavors meld.
03 - Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until shrimp turn pink and opaque throughout.
04 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 20 to 30 seconds until soft and pliable.
05 - Place cooked shrimp onto each tortilla, then top with mango salsa, additional cilantro, and desired optional toppings. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You’ll never have to choose between something fresh and something satisfying—that balance is built into every bite.
- The bright, juicy mango salsa brings so much sunshine to the dish, it’s become my go-to taco topping even when I make something else.
02 -
- If you walk away while the shrimp are on the pan, they’ll overcook—stay close and have your tortillas ready.
- Letting the salsa sit for at least 10 minutes mellows the sharpness of onion and blends the flavors beautifully.
03 -
- Give the shrimp a quick pat dry before marinating—they’ll brown better without extra moisture.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—a single layer ensures each piece cooks perfectly and soaks in the flavor.