Shrimp Taco
Take taco night to the next level with these vibrant and flavorful Shrimp Tacos, a perfect blend of bold spices, fresh toppings, and zesty lime cilantro sauce. Succulent, pan-seared shrimp seasoned with chili powder, garlic, and cumin provide the perfect protein-packed base, while shredded red cabbage and creamy avocado lend a crunchy and buttery contrast. These tacos come together quickly with just 25 minutes of prep and cook time, making them an ideal weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing dish. Wrapped in warm flour or corn tortillas and topped with tangy sour cream, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, each bite bursts with freshness and zest. Customize with hot sauce for a spicy kick and serve with extra lime wedges for a refreshing finish. Perfect for fans of easy seafood recipes and taco lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 1 small red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 lime, juiced
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine raw shrimp, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat the shrimp evenly.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix sour cream with the juice of one lime and a tablespoon of chopped cilantro. Stir until well combined and set aside as the lime cilantro sauce.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until soft and pliable.
To assemble the tacos: place slices of red cabbage and avocado onto each tortilla. Add several shrimp on top, drizzle with lime cilantro sauce, and sprinkle with additional chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
If desired, add a few dashes of hot sauce for extra heat.
Serve the shrimp tacos immediately, garnished with extra lime wedges and cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.5 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 841 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.5 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 671 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
