Description
These Shrimp Tacos are a quick and delicious weeknight meal that combines tender shrimp with fresh, vibrant toppings and a creamy sauce. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy this flavorful dish, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Each bite bursts with spices and textures, creating an unforgettable experience everyone will love. Whether you set up a taco bar for friends or simply want to delight your family, these shrimp tacos are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb raw shrimp (medium or large), peeled and deveined
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1/2 small purple cabbage, shredded
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 4 oz Cotija cheese, grated
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tablespoons lime juice
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon Sriracha sauce
- 1 garlic clove, pressed or minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix shrimp with minced garlic and seasonings (salt, pepper, cumin, cayenne).
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Toast tortillas on a skillet or open flame until lightly charred.
- Prepare toppings: slice cabbage, dice avocado and onion, chop cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Assemble tacos by layering shrimp and toppings on tortillas; drizzle with sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 160mg