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Shrimp Tacos

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๐Ÿค These Shrimp Tacos pack fresh, zesty flavors with perfectly seasoned shrimp and a creamy garlic-lime crema.
๐ŸŒฎ Enjoy a vibrant, healthy meal that’s quick to prepare and full of colorful, fresh toppings for a satisfying bite every time.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (2 tacos per serving) 1x

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb raw medium or large shrimp

1 garlic clove minced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon cumin

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/3 cup sour cream

1/3 cup mayonnaise

1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

3/4 teaspoon garlic powder

3/4 teaspoon sriracha (adjust to taste)

8 small (6-inch diameter) white corn tortillas

1/2 small purple cabbage shredded (about 2 cups)

1 large avocado diced

1/2 red onion diced

4 ounces cotija cheese grated

1/4 bunch cilantro chopped

1 lime cut into wedges

Instructions

1-Start by whisking together 1/3 cup sour cream, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 3/4 teaspoon sriracha to create the garlic-lime crema sauce. Set it aside for later.

2-Prepare your toppings next: shred 1/2 small purple cabbage (about 2 cups), dice 1 large avocado and 1/2 red onion, and chop 1/4 bunch cilantro. Also, cut 1 lime into wedges for serving.

3-Pat dry 1 lb raw medium or large shrimp, then season them with 1 garlic clove minced, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper.

4-Cook the shrimp in 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat for 1 to 2 minutes per side until they turn opaque and pink.

5-Toast the 8 small white corn tortillas by charring them lightly over a gas flame, under a broiler, or on a dry griddle or skillet for a nice texture.

6-Assemble the tacos by placing the cooked shrimp and toppings on the tortillas, then drizzle with the garlic-lime crema sauce.

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Notes

๐ŸŒถ Adjust the amount of sriracha in the sauce to control the level of spiciness.
๐Ÿง€ Cotija cheese can be substituted with feta, queso fresco, or a Mexican cheese blend for different flavor profiles.
๐Ÿ”ฅ Toast tortillas just before serving for the best flavor and texture, using any preferred method for charring.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Sautรฉing and Toasting
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 308 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 849 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 21 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 17 g
  • Cholesterol: 163 mg