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Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Author: Zaina Hill
A flavorful and fresh shrimp taco recipe that's perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Uncooked Shrimp, thawed and peeled
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
  • ½ cup Mayo
  • ½ cup Sour Cream
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • 3 cups Shredded Cabbage
  • ⅓ cup Chopped Red Onions
  • 1 Jalapeño Pepper, chopped finely
  • ½ cup Fresh Cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 8 medium Corn Tortillas
  • 1 large Avocado, chopped or sliced
  • to taste Lime Wedges

Instructions
 

  • If your shrimp are frozen, place them in a colander and run cool water over them until thawed. Make sure they are peeled and tails are removed.
  • In a large prep bowl, mix together the mayo, sour cream, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
  • Add the shredded cabbage, chopped onions, jalapeños, and cilantro. Toss everything together until well coated and adjust for taste as needed.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, and salt & pepper.
  • Cook for about five minutes, flipping occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
  • Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for better flavor and flexibility.
  • Fill each tortilla with shrimp, add a generous scoop of slaw, top with avocado slices, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp and produce for the best results.
  • Avoid overcooking the shrimp.
  • Prepare the slaw ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to serve.
  • Warm the tortillas before serving to enhance their flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g
Keyword Shrimp Tacos
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