Garlic Butter Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
These Garlic Butter Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa are the perfect mix of fresh, buttery, and tropical flavors—all wrapped in a warm tortilla. Juicy garlic shrimp meets sweet mango salsa for a quick, colorful, and delicious meal that’s easy to make and fun to eat.Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is great for weeknight dinners, family lunches, or taco nights with friends. Customize with your favorite toppings and enjoy a fresh twist on classic shrimp tacos.
Ingredients
For the garlic butter shrimp:
- 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
For the mango salsa:
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- ¼ red onion, finely chopped
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
For assembling the tacos:
- 8 small tortillas (flour or corn)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
- ½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Make the Mango SalsaIn a mixing bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix gently and set aside to let the flavors blend.
- 2. Cook the ShrimpMelt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp, chili flakes (optional), salt, pepper, and lime juice. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and lightly golden. Remove from heat.
- 3. Warm the TortillasWarm tortillas in a pan or microwave to make them soft and easy to fold.
- 4. Assemble the TacosStart with lettuce or cabbage on each tortilla. Add shrimp, mango salsa, a drizzle of sour cream or yogurt, and avocado slices if using.
- 5. Serve and EnjoyServe the tacos fresh with extra lime wedges and your favorite toppings!