Jerk shrimp tacos! Spicy shrimp tacos made with homemade jerk seasoning then topped with mango salsa. Easy 15-minute recipe for any day of the week!

Three jerk shrimp tacos on corn tortillas topped with diced mango salsa, red onion, and cilantro, served with lime wedges on a white oval plate. Small bowls of cilantro and salsa are nearby on a marble surface.

The first time I ever had jerk shrimp was at this little hole in the wall near my house. It was pretty delicious and it was spicy. Personally, I like my jerk seasoning a little less spicy but it definitely should have a nice kick. I went home to try to recreate it (as I usually do after I discover a new food I love) and BOOM. These jerk shrimp tacos were born!

Taco night will never be the same with these jerk shrimp tacos. They’re an easy weeknight dinner that comes together quickly. This jerk shrimp is ready in 15 minutes!

Here’s what I did to bring this recipe to life!

Ingredients for jerk shrimp tacos arranged on a white surface: raw shrimp in a bowl, diced mango, chopped red onion, lime halves, fresh cilantro, a whole jalapeño, tortillas, and a bowl of mixed spices.

Ingredients For Homemade Jerk Seasoning

  • allspice seasoning
  • brown sugar
  • cumin
  • cloves
  • garlic
  • ground ginger
  • cinnamon
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • cayenne pepper

You can also use store-bought jerk seasoning.

A stainless steel pan with seasoned, cooked shrimp for jerk shrimp tacos is being stirred with a white spatula, next to a bowl of diced mango salsa on a white countertop.How To Make Jerk Shrimp Tacos

  • Make the homemade jerk seasoning. In a bowl, combine all the spices and brown sugar.
  • Toss the shrimp. In a bowl, add the shrimp, olive oil, and seasoning micgture. Toss until all is well combined.
  • Cook the shrimp. In a large skillet, cook shrimp at medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Assemble the tacos. Divide shrimp evenly among the warm tortillas and top with mango salsa. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

I made the mango salsa to balance out the heat of this jerk shrimp taco recipe and it was the perfect pairing!

Simple, delicious, ready in 15 minutes!

A plate with a jerk shrimp taco topped with diced mango, red onion, and cilantro, garnished with a lime wedge. Additional tacos and bowls of mango salsa are visible nearby on a white surface.

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Three jerk shrimp tacos on corn tortillas topped with diced mango salsa, red onion, and cilantro, served with lime wedges on a white oval plate. Small bowls of cilantro and salsa are nearby on a marble surface.
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Jerk Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

Jamie Silva
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Jerk shrimp taco recipe with mango salsa. Spicy jerk shrimp paired with a refreshing mango salsa on corn tortillas! Perfect for any day of the week!
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Ingredients
 

Jerk Seasoning

  • 2 teaspoons allspice seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Shrimp Taco Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 12 warm corn tortillas
  • Lime wedges
  • Homemade Mango Salsa Recipe

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, add shrimp, jerk seasoning, and olive oil. Toss the shrimp to coat.
  • In a large skillet, cook shrimp at medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Divide shrimp evenly among the warm tortillas and top with mango salsa. Serve immediately with lime wedges. Enjoy!
Serving: 1serving, Calories: 373kcal, Carbohydrates: 50g, Protein: 28g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 286mg, Sodium: 1502mg, Potassium: 329mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 13g, Vitamin A: 491IU, Vitamin C: 26mg, Calcium: 244mg, Iron: 4mg
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy taco recipe, jerk shrimp, jerk shrimp tacos, mango salsa, shrimp taco recipe, shrimp tacos, taco recipe, tacos
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Originally posted in May 2017. Updated recipe + photos in March 2021.