Shrimp Tacos with Mango Habanero Marinade
Bright, vibrant, and layered with flavor, these shrimp tacos are built around a marinade of New Canaan Farms Mango Habanero Sauce. The sauce brings a balance of tropical sweetness and gentle heat as the shrimp cook. Paired with warm tortillas and fresh toppings, each bite is lively, balanced, and easy to love. A simple, ingredient-forward recipe that makes taco night feel effortless.
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 30 minutes marinating time)
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp, tails removed
- ½ cup New Canaan Farms Mango Habanero Sauce
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil (such as grapeseed or canola), divided
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Fresh cilantro leaves
Serve With: A crisp citrus slaw or pico de gallo for easy, relaxed entertaining.
Directions
- In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with the New Canaan Farms Mango Habanero Sauce, cumin, cayenne, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of the oil. Toss to coat evenly and season lightly with kosher salt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 12 hours, allowing the marinade to fully develop.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat, flipping once until soft and pliable, about 30 seconds per side. Wrap in a clean towel to keep warm.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook without stirring for 2-3 minutes, until lightly caramelized at the edges. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fully cooked through.
- Transfer the shrimp to a plate.
- To assemble, divide the shrimp among the warm tortillas. Finish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
Fresh, flavorful, and just the right amount of heat, these tacos bring a bright, effortless energy to the table. Have A Delicious Day.
