Cajun Shrimp Tacos With Pineapple Salsa
Try these shrimp tacos with pineapple salsa as a fresh twist to a taco favorite. The spicy cajun shrimp pairs perfectly with the sweet and crunchy salsa, making this taco menu-worthy!
Shrimp is a favorite weekday meal option because it’s so easy to cook yet it’s still fancy enough for a weekend meal.
These shrimp tacos have a nice contrast in flavors that make them so tasty and so easy to come back to again and again. They’re ready in under 20 minutes and will clear a plate even quicker!
This post is about how to make shrimp tacos with pineapple salsa.
Cajun Shrimp Tacos With Pineapple Salsa
What do I need to make these easy shrimp tacos?
To make this recipe, you will need:
- Shrimp: Using peeled and deveined shrimp speeds up the whole process.
- Cajun Seasoning: Cajun seasoning pairs really well with shrimp. It gives it a robust flavor as well as a little spicy kick.
- Small Corn or Flour Tortillas: Either corn or flour tortillas will do. I use corn tortillas in this recipe.
- Avocado: Optional. If you would like to add a creamy touch to the taco, add a couple slices of avocado to them. The tacos will be delicious either way!
- Pineapple Salsa: The perfect balance of ingredients makes this salsa stand out.
- Pineapple
- Red Onion
- Red Bell Pepper
- Cilantro
- Jalapeno
- Lime Juice
- Salt
How do I make these tacos?
Start by making the pineapple salsa. Dice all of the ingredients and toss together with the fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt.
- Next, rinse and dry the shrimp with a paper towel.
- Set a flat-bottom pan on medium-high heat and add the oil.
- Season the shrimp generously with cajun seasoning and place them in the hot pan.
- Saute the shrimp for about 2 minutes. Flip them over and season the other side of the shrimp and cook for 1-2 more minutes. The shrimp will turn pink once it is cooked.
Now that we have all of the ingredients ready, it’s time to assemble the taco.
First, warm up the tortillas in a hot pan, with or without a little oil. Layout the tortillas and line up the shrimp. Add a generous scoop of pineapple salsa on top.
Add a couple slices of avocado if you would like and enjoy!
If you like this recipe, you may also enjoy:
- Unforgettable Salmon Tacos With Slaw
- Shrimp Tacos With Cilantro Lime Sauce
- Pan Seared Fish Tacos With Mango Salsa
- Avocado Cilantro Lime Dressing
- Shortcut Paella With Shrimp
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This post was about how to make delicious cajun shrimp tacos with pineapple salsa.
Cajun Shrimp Tacos With Pineapple Salsa
Ingredients
Shrimp Tacos
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- Cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 6 small tortillas corn or flour
- 1 avocado, in slices optional
Pineapple Salsa
- 3 cups pineapple diced
- ½ cup red onion diced
- ¾ cup red bell pepper diced
- ⅓ cup cilantro finely chopped
- ¼ cup jalapeno finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Make the pineapple salsa by tossing all of the pineapple salsa ingredients together. Set aside.
- Rinse, drain, and dry the shrimp with a paper towel. Season the shrimp generously with cajun seasoning.
- Set a flat-bottom pan on medium-high heat and add the oil. Once the pan is hot, add the shrimp.
- Saute one side of the shrimp for about 2 minutes. Flip them over and season the other side and cook for 1-2 more minutes. The shrimp will turn pink once it is cooked.
Assemble the Taco
- Warm up the tortillas in a hot pan, with or without a little oil.Line up the shrimp on a tortilla.Add a generous scoop of pineapple salsa on top. Add a couple avocado slices if you'd like. Enjoy!
I made these tacos for taco night and they were the first ones that were finished. That says it all, lol.
Ha! Love that! Thanks for sharing, Danna!