Picante Shrimp Tacos With Tropical Salsa Recipe

Name: Picante Shrimp Tacos With Tropical Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salsa:; 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained; 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits in juice, drained; 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions; 1 tablespoon canned chopped mild green chiles; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; Tacos:; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 medium yellow bell pepper, trimmed and thinly sliced; 1/2 medium red onion, trimmed and thinly sliced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, thawed if frozen; 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) unsalted diced tomatoes, well drained; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Salt and black pepper to taste; 8 (10-inch) flour tortillas, warmed according to package instructions; 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Servings: persons

Salsa:
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits in juice, drained
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 tablespoon canned chopped mild green chiles
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Tacos:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium yellow bell pepper, trimmed and thinly sliced
1/2 medium red onion, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, thawed if frozen
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) unsalted diced tomatoes, well drained
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and black pepper to taste
8 (10-inch) flour tortillas, warmed according to package instructions
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

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Preparation Time: Approximately 15 minutes
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Preparation:
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For salsa: Mix all of the salsa ingredients in a medium bowl; refrigerate.
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For tacos: Heat the oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the bell pepper, red onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Stir in the shrimp, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until the shrimp are firm and opaque in the thickest part, 1 to 2 minutes.
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Warm the tortillas according to package directions. Spoon 1/8 of shrimp mixture onto a tortilla; top with a portion of salsa and cheese. Fold in the edges and roll up tortilla. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Serve immediately.
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Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 490; Total fat 18g; Saturated fat 7g; Cholesterol 160mg; Sodium 800 mg; Carbohydrate 51g; Fiber 4g; Protein 31g; Vitamin A 25%DV*; Vitamin C 70%DV; Calcium 35%DV; Iron 30%DV
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*Daily Value

1326

kcal

Calories

Fat

193

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salsa:, 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained, 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits in juice, drained, 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions, and more.

Yes, Picante Shrimp Tacos With Tropical Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Picante Shrimp Tacos With Tropical Salsa

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