Sriracha Shrimp Tacos with Mango (Printable)

Spicy shrimp with fresh mango salsa wrapped in warm tortillas. Sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors come together perfectly.

# What You'll Need:

→ Shrimp Seasoning

01 - 1 lb 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 - 1 lime, juiced
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 It:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss 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 until well combined. 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 preserve texture.
05 - Place a small handful of shredded red cabbage on each warmed tortilla. Top with sriracha-glazed shrimp and a generous spoonful of mango salsa.
06 - Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything comes together in half an hour, so you can make this on a weeknight without the stress of complicated prep.
  • The homemade sriracha glaze is tangy and sticky, clinging to every shrimp without being overwhelmingly spicy.
  • Mango salsa brings sweetness and crunch that balances the heat in a way that feels bright and surprising.
  • You can prep the salsa ahead and sear the shrimp right before serving, making it ideal for easy entertaining.
02 -
  • Don't skip patting the shrimp dry before seasoning them, excess moisture will prevent them from getting that golden sear and make the glaze watery.
  • Make the mango salsa at least 10 minutes ahead so the flavors have time to meld, but don't let it sit for hours or the lime juice will start breaking down the mango.
  • If your skillet isn't hot enough, the shrimp will release water and steam instead of caramelize, so wait until the pan is truly hot before adding them.
03 -
  • Taste the mango salsa before assembling and adjust the lime and salt, ripe mangoes vary in sweetness and sometimes need more acid to balance.
  • If you're cooking for a crowd, set up a taco bar with the shrimp, salsa, cabbage, and tortillas in separate bowls so everyone can build their own.
  • Use a cast iron skillet if you have one, it holds heat better and gives the shrimp a more even sear with those caramelized edges.
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