Description
These Shrimp Tacos are a delightful and quick meal that packs vibrant flavors into every bite. With tender shrimp seasoned to perfection, fresh toppings like avocado and cabbage, and a creamy sauce that ties it all together, this recipe is perfect for family dinners, casual get-togethers, or meal prep. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a satisfying dish that will have everyone asking for seconds. Whether served in soft corn tortillas or crispy shells, these tacos are endlessly customizable, allowing you to create your ideal flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb medium or large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Sea salt and black pepper
- Ground cumin and cayenne pepper
- Olive oil
- Corn tortillas or hard taco shells
- Purple cabbage, avocado, red onion, Cotija cheese, cilantro
- Sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, Sriracha
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by mixing with minced garlic and seasonings in a bowl.
- Cook shrimp in a hot non-stick pan with olive oil for 1–2 minutes per side until opaque.
- Toast tortillas over medium heat until slightly charred.
- Prepare toppings: slice cabbage, dice avocado and onion, chop cilantro.
- Whisk the sauce ingredients together until smooth.
- Assemble tacos by layering shrimp on tortillas with toppings and drizzle with sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 155mg