Blackened Shrimp Tacos with Dragonfruit Salsa
Delicious blackened shrimp tacos paired with a refreshing and colorful dragonfruit salsa, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or entertaining.
Ingredients
For the Blackened Shrimp
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Corn or flour tortillas Use fresh for best texture.
For the Dragonfruit Salsa
- 1 medium ripe dragonfruit, diced Can substitute with mango or kiwi.
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Juice of lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, toss the peeled shrimp with olive oil, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Let sit for 10-15 minutes to marinate and absorb flavors.
- In a separate bowl, combine the diced dragonfruit, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently to combine and let it sit to allow the flavors to meld.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer (avoid overcrowding) and cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway, until they are opaque and slightly charred.
- While shrimp is cooking, warm tortillas in another dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side, until pliable.
Assembly
- Spoon a generous amount of blackened shrimp onto each tortilla, followed by a generous spoonful of dragonfruit salsa. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
For an appealing presentation, garnish with lime wedges, extra cilantro, and a sprinkle of queso fresco. These tacos are best enjoyed hot, right off the skillet.