Description
Indulge in these delightful Shrimp Tacos, a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or lively gatherings. Tender shrimp seasoned to perfection are nestled in warm corn tortillas, topped with fresh vegetables and a creamy sauce. The combination of bold flavors and satisfying textures makes these tacos a crowd-pleaser. Best of all, they’re customizable to suit everyone’s taste preferences. Enjoy a flavorful escape with this simple recipe that brings the vibrant spirit of Mexican cuisine right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1/2 small purple cabbage (shredded)
- 1 large avocado (diced)
- 1/2 red onion (diced)
- 4 oz Cotija cheese (grated)
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with garlic, sea salt, black pepper, cumin, cayenne pepper, and olive oil.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until opaque.
- Toast tortillas on an open flame or skillet until lightly charred.
- Prepare toppings: shred cabbage, dice avocado, and chop cilantro.
- Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
- Assemble tacos with shrimp and desired toppings; serve with sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 180mg