Description
Indulge in these vibrant Shrimp Tacos, a perfect weeknight meal that combines succulent shrimp with fresh toppings and a creamy sauce. In just 30 minutes, you can create an exciting dish that everyone at your table will love. The tender shrimp are seasoned to perfection and paired with crunchy cabbage, creamy avocado, and zesty lime. These tacos are not only quick to prepare but also customizable, allowing you to experiment with different toppings and sauces based on your preferences. Perfect for casual gatherings or family dinners, this recipe brings lively flavors together for a delightful dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, raw, peeled and deveined
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 8 white corn tortillas (6-inch)
- 1/2 small purple cabbage, shredded
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 4 oz Cotija cheese, grated
- For the sauce: sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, Sriracha
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine thawed shrimp with minced garlic and seasonings (salt, pepper, cumin, cayenne).
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until opaque.
- Toast tortillas over a flame or skillet until lightly charred.
- Prepare toppings by shredding cabbage and dicing avocado.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Assemble tacos by layering shrimp and toppings on toasted tortillas; serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (about 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 160mg