Giggling Mango Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema
Light, refreshing tacos with sweet mango, juicy shrimp, and creamy avocado sauce for a smile on your face. This mexican-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, olive oil, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 ripe, pitted and peeled avocado
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup, shredded purple cabbage
- 1/2 cup, diced mango
- 1/4 cup, chopped red onion
- 8 small corn tortillas
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, toss 1.5 lbs shrimp with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup lime juice, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp cumin, and 1/4 tsp salt. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Blend 1 ripe avocado, 1/4 cup sour cream, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro in a blender until smooth and creamy.
- Step 4: Warm 8 corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.
- Step 5: Assemble tacos: Place shrimp on tortillas, top with 1/4 cup shredded purple cabbage, 2 tbsp diced mango, and 2 tbsp chopped red onion. Drizzle with 2 tbsp avocado crema.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Giggling Mango Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Giggling Mango Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Giggling Mango Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Giggling Mango Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Giggling Mango Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema?
Mexican seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
