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Gochujang Shrimp Tacos

Delicious Gochujang Shrimp Tacos with Mango Radish Slaw

These Gochujang Shrimp Tacos are a flavorful fusion meal, combining spicy shrimp with sweet mango and crunchy radish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp (26/30 size) Use for optimal cooking time.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Gochujang Sauce Adjust to spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Reduce table salt by half.
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral Oil e.g., grapeseed or canola.
For the Slaw
  • 4 ounces Mango Julienned; fresh is best.
  • 2-3 pieces Radishes Julienned; mix varieties for complexity.
  • 1/2 small Kohlrabi Optional, julienned.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Honey or White Sugar Adjust based on taste.
For Assembly
  • 1-2 pieces Tortillas Choose corn for gluten-free.
  • 1 piece Avocado Optional; for topping.
  • 1 cup Cabbage Red or green, thinly sliced.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) for crisping taco shells.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mango and radishes with rice vinegar, salt, and honey or sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Rinse the shrimp, remove tails, pat dry, and coat with Gochujang sauce.
  4. Microwave tortillas for 15 seconds, fold into shapes, brush with oil, and bake for 8-10 minutes until crispy.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and pink.
  6. Assemble tacos with shrimp and slaw, adding optional avocado and cabbage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, prepare slaw in advance and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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