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Flavorful Mango Tajin Shrimp Tacos Recipe with Easy Chipotle Lime Crema

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These shrimp tacos combine juicy mango, punchy Tajín seasoning, and creamy chipotle lime crema for a vibrant, refreshing, and flavorful meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 2 teaspoons Tajín seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • ½ cup (120ml) sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chipotle lime crema: In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt, 1 finely chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Taste and adjust lime or chipotle to your liking. Set aside in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
  2. Rinse 1 pound shrimp and pat dry with paper towels. Toss shrimp in a bowl with 2 teaspoons Tajín seasoning, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and minced garlic. Ensure each shrimp is well-coated.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes on one side until pink with slightly charred edges. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until opaque and cooked through. Avoid overcooking.
  4. Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 20-30 seconds on each side or wrap in a damp towel and microwave for 30 seconds. Keep wrapped to stay soft.
  5. Assemble tacos by laying tortillas flat and spooning cooked shrimp evenly among them. Top with diced mango, a sprinkle of finely diced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro. Drizzle chipotle lime crema generously over the top.
  6. Squeeze extra lime juice over the assembled tacos if desired. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming the shrimp. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Adjust chipotle pepper in crema to control spice level. Keep tortillas warm and pliable by wrapping in a clean kitchen towel. Drain excess water from shrimp if needed to keep tacos from getting soggy. Chop mango the night before to save time but add lime juice only at assembly to prevent browning.

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