Shrimp Tacos
These Shrimp Tacos are a must-try - loaded with plump, juicy shrimp, crisp cabbage, avocado, cotija cheese, cilantro, and a garlic-lime crema sauce that will win you over. We serve these over toasted tortillas for an authentic taste you'll crave. P.S. In a pinch, you can easily substitute all of the shrimp seasonings for 1 tbsp of taco seasoning.
Ingredients
Shrimp Taco Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 Tbsp lime juice, squeezed from 1 medium lime
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp Sriracha sauce, or to taste
Shrimp Taco Toppings:
- 8 white corn tortillas, (small, 6” diameter), or Hard Taco Shells
- 1/2 small purple cabbage, 2 cups shredded
- 1 large avocado, pitted, peeled, and diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 4 oz Cotija cheese, (1 cup grated on a box grater)
- 1/4 bunch cilantro, coarsely chopped
- 1 lime , cut into 8 wedges
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb shrimp (medium or large), raw
- 1 garlic clove, pressed or minced
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Make the Shrimp Taco Sauce - In a small bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients and set aside for the flavors to meld. Transfer to a squeeze bottle if desired.
- Prep the Toppings - Thinly slice cabbage, dice the avocado, finely dice the red onion, and coarsely chop the cilantro. Arrange toppings in small bowls for easy serving.
- Season the Shrimp - Thaw and pat dry the shrimp with paper towels and place in a medium bowl. Add seasonings and garlic and stir to combine.
- Cook the Shrimp - Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil and add shrimp in a single layer. Sauté 1-2 minutes per side or just until cooked through. As soon as they are cooked through (white inside with some pink and red accents outside), transfer to a serving platter and set aside to cool.
- Heat the Tortillas - You can toast the tortillas over a gas flame, on a griddle or in a skillet**.
- To Serve - Build tacos by arranging toppings and shrimp over each toasted tortilla. Serve drizzled with the taco sauce.
Notes
**How to Heat Tortillas:
- Gas Stove: Toast tortillas one at a time over an open gas stovetop flame on medium/low heat (about 10 seconds per side) until lightly charred on the edges.
- Toast Tortillas in the Oven: Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet and broil about 6-8 inches from the heat source for 2 minutes or until you see browned spots on the tortillas.
- Heat a griddle or cast iron skillet to medium-high heat and toast tortillas for 15-30 seconds on each side or until golden. No oil needed.
Nutrition Facts
Shrimp Tacos
Amount per Serving
Calories
308
% Daily Value*
Fat
18
g
28
%
Saturated Fat
5
g
31
%
Cholesterol
163
mg
54
%
Sodium
849
mg
37
%
Potassium
391
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
21
g
7
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
17
g
34
%
Vitamin A
739
IU
15
%
Vitamin C
39
mg
47
%
Calcium
218
mg
22
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
