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Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Shrimp Tacos Recipe


  • Author: lilan
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Shrimp Tacos are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that will surely impress your taste buds. The combination of tender shrimp, fresh toppings, and a zesty taco sauce wrapped in warm corn tortillas creates a mouthwatering meal that’s perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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Taco Sauce:

  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp lime juice (squeezed from 1 medium lime)
  • 3/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 tsp Sriracha sauce (or to taste)

Toppings:

  • 8 white corn tortillas (small, 6” diameter, or Hard Taco Shells)
  • 1/2 small purple cabbage (2 cups shredded)
  • 1 large avocado (pitted, peeled, and diced)
  • 1/2 red onion (diced)
  • 4 oz Cotija cheese (1 cup grated on a box grater)
  • 1/4 bunch cilantro (coarsely chopped)
  • 1 lime (cut into 8 wedges)

Shrimp:

  • 1 lb shrimp (medium or large, raw)
  • 1 garlic clove (pressed or minced)
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Make the Shrimp Taco Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients and set aside for the flavors to meld. Transfer to a squeeze bottle if desired.
  2. Prep the Toppings: Thinly slice cabbage, dice the avocado, finely dice the red onion, and coarsely chop the cilantro. Arrange toppings in small bowls for easy serving.
  3. Season the Shrimp: Thaw and pat dry the shrimp with paper towels and place in a medium bowl. Add seasonings and garlic and stir to combine.
  4. Cook the Shrimp: Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil and add shrimp in a single layer. Sauté 1-2 minutes per side or just until cooked through. Transfer to a serving platter and set aside to cool.
  5. Heat the Tortillas: Toast the tortillas over a gas flame, on a griddle, or in a skillet.
  6. To Serve: Build tacos by arranging toppings and shrimp over each toasted tortilla. Serve drizzled with the taco sauce.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase the amount of Sriracha sauce in the taco sauce.
  • Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients like mango salsa or pickled red onions.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Sauté, Toast
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg

Keywords: Shrimp Tacos, Taco Recipe, Mexican Tacos, Seafood Tacos