Description
Juicy prawns paired with sweet ripe mango and crisp cabbage, all tucked into warm tortillas for a fresh and vibrant meal. This quick 5-ingredient recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet and savory in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound raw prawns (about 450 grams), peeled and deveined
- 1 large ripe mango, peeled and sliced into strips
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Pat the prawns dry with paper towels and toss lightly with olive oil.
- Add the prawns to the hot skillet in a single layer.
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking.
- Warm the tortillas briefly in a dry pan or microwave until soft and pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with cooked prawns, sliced mango, and shredded cabbage.
- Serve immediately while the prawns are warm and juicy.
Notes
- Do not overcook the prawns as they can become rubbery.
- Use ripe but firm mango for easier slicing.
- Warm tortillas before assembling to prevent cracking.
- Store leftover filling separately in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
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