Description
These flavorful Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa are a tropical delight that’s perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner. Juicy shrimp seasoned with a blend of spices, paired with a fresh and tangy pineapple salsa, all wrapped in warm tortillas for a taste of Mexican-inspired goodness.
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
For the Pineapple Salsa:
- 1½ cups fresh pineapple, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt to taste
Optional Toppings:
- shredded cabbage
- avocado slices
- lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side or until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the Pineapple Salsa: In a separate bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
- Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Fill each tortilla with a portion of shrimp and top with pineapple salsa. Add optional toppings like cabbage, avocado slices, or a squeeze of lime, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can use frozen shrimp—just thaw and pat dry before cooking.
- For extra flavor, grill the pineapple before dicing.
- This recipe also works well with fish or chicken as a variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
