Description
This Quick Shrimp Tacos recipe offers a flavorful and fast way to enjoy a Mexican-inspired main course. Seasoned shrimp are pan-cooked to perfection and served with fresh cabbage, avocado, red onion, and cilantro on warm tortillas. An optional creamy sauce with lime and hot sauce adds a tangy kick, making these tacos perfect for a simple weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Seasonings
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Taco Assembly
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage or slaw mix
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Lime wedges for serving
Optional Creamy Sauce
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
Instructions
- Season the shrimp: In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until the shrimp are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the skillet from the heat.
- Warm the tortillas: Warm the tortillas either in a dry skillet over low heat or briefly in the microwave until soft and pliable.
- Assemble the tacos: Place a portion of shredded cabbage or slaw mix on each tortilla, then top with the cooked shrimp, avocado slices, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- Prepare the optional creamy sauce: If using, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and hot sauce in a small bowl to create a tangy drizzle.
- Serve: Drizzle the creamy sauce over the tacos if desired and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
Notes
- For extra brightness and flavor, add mango salsa or pickled onions as toppings.
- For a low-carb option, substitute tortillas with crisp lettuce wraps.
- Using corn tortillas makes the recipe gluten-free; ensure other ingredients are gluten-free if needed.
