Crispy Firecracker Shrimp Tacos with Easy Mango Salsa

Crispy Firecracker Shrimp Tacos are the perfect blend of sweet and spicy, ready in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the best shrimp tacos is a quick marinade and high heat. The crispy, golden shrimp with a fresh mango salsa will make your taste buds dance. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips, including how to prevent soggy tacos. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Creamy Roasted Hatch Green Chile Corn Chowder and Perfect Basque Pintxos.

What You'll Need for Crispy Firecracker Shrimp Tacos with Easy Mango Salsa

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb shrimp
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup chili sauce
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp Sriracha
• 8 small tortillas
• 1 ripe mango
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• Juice of 1 lime
• Optional: Shredded lettuce
• Optional: Diced avocado
• Optional: Crumbled feta cheese
• Optional: Sour cream or Greek yogurt

How to Make Crispy Firecracker Shrimp Tacos with Easy Mango Salsa

1. Prepare the shrimp: Toss shrimp with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, mix chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, and Sriracha.
2. Marinate and cook: Add shrimp to marinade, coat well. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, cook until crispy and golden, about 2 minutes per side.
3. Prepare the salsa: Dice mango, red onion, and cilantro. Mix with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
4. Assemble the tacos: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet. Top with crispy shrimp, mango salsa, and desired toppings.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Firecracker Shrimp Tacos with Easy Mango Salsa

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover shrimp and salsa separately in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the salsa up to a day ahead. Cook shrimp just before serving.

Freezing Crispy Firecracker Shrimp Tacos with Easy Mango Salsa

Freeze uncooked shrimp for up to 3 months. Thaw before cooking.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat shrimp in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat tortillas in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use corn tortillas and ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
• Best substitution: Use firm white fish like cod or mahi-mahi if shrimp is not available.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the salsa and marinate the shrimp ahead of time. Cook just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe serves 4. To serve more, simply double or triple the ingredients.
• Troubleshooting: If the shrimp are not cooking evenly, reduce the heat and cook longer.

Crispy Firecracker Shrimp Tacos with Easy Mango Salsa

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

5 mins

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Total

20 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup chili sauce
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp Sriracha
• 8 small tortillas
• 1 ripe mango

Seasonings

• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• Juice of 1 lime

Optional Toppings

• Shredded lettuce
• Diced avocado
• Crumbled feta cheese
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt

Instructions

1. Prepare the shrimp: Toss shrimp with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, mix chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, and Sriracha.
2. Marinate and cook: Add shrimp to marinade, coat well. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, cook until crispy and golden, about 2 minutes per side.
3. Prepare the salsa: Dice mango, red onion, and cilantro. Mix with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
4. Assemble the tacos: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet. Top with crispy shrimp, mango salsa, and desired toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use corn tortillas and ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
• Best substitution: Use firm white fish like cod or mahi-mahi if shrimp is not available.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the salsa and marinate the shrimp ahead of time. Cook just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe serves 4. To serve more, simply double or triple the ingredients.
• Troubleshooting: If the shrimp are not cooking evenly, reduce the heat and cook longer.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftover shrimp and salsa separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze uncooked shrimp for up to 3 months. Thaw before cooking.
• Oven reheat: Reheat shrimp in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat tortillas in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
• Make ahead: Prepare the salsa up to a day ahead. Cook shrimp just before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 22g
• Fat: 7g
• Carbs: 28g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 170mg
• Sat. Fat: 1g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Crispy Firecracker Shrimp Tacos with Easy Mango Salsa FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Firecracker Shrimp Tacos with Easy Mango Salsa and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!