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Crispy Firecracker Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa

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These crispy firecracker shrimp tacos feature a crunchy, lightly battered shrimp paired with a fresh, sweet mango salsa and a spicy firecracker sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold sparkling water
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 large ripe mango, diced
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
  • Optional: shredded cabbage or lettuce for crunch
  • Vegetable oil for frying (about 1-2 inches in skillet)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the mango salsa by combining diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Stir gently, cover, and refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Mix the batter by whisking together flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl. Gradually stir in cold sparkling water until smooth and slightly thick but still drips off a spoon. Keep cold if possible.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Test oil readiness by dropping a small dollop of batter; it should sizzle and float.
  4. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Dip each shrimp into the batter, letting excess drip off, then carefully place into hot oil. Fry in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Use tongs to flip.
  5. Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Keep warm in a low oven (200°F/95°C) if needed.
  6. Make the firecracker sauce by mixing mayonnaise, Sriracha, honey, and lime juice in a small bowl. Adjust heat and sweetness to taste.
  7. Warm tortillas briefly over a flame or in a dry pan. Assemble tacos by placing shrimp on each tortilla, spooning mango salsa on top, and drizzling with firecracker sauce. Add shredded cabbage or lettuce if desired.
  8. Serve immediately while shrimp are crispy and salsa is fresh.

Notes

Keep the batter cold to ensure a crispy coating. Pat shrimp dry before battering to prevent oil splatter and help batter stick. Fry shrimp in small batches to avoid overcrowding and sogginess. Adjust spice levels by modifying jalapeño and Sriracha amounts. Mango salsa can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; add lime juice just before serving. Reheat leftover shrimp gently in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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