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Delicious shrimp tacos served with fresh toppings and lime wedges.

Shrimp Tacos

Fast and flavorful shrimp tacos with a perfect balance of crunch, creaminess, and spice, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Seasonings
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium or large; tail-off for easy eating)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Reduce to 1 tablespoon for lower oil.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust to taste; can swap for smoked paprika.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Tortillas and Fresh Toppings
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas Corn for more authentic flavor; flour for pliability.
  • 1 cup cabbage, shredded (green or red) Shredded iceberg for extra crunch.
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced Slice just before serving; toss with lime to prevent browning.
  • to taste Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • as needed Lime wedges, for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and place them in a medium bowl.
  2. Add olive oil, chili powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss until each shrimp is evenly coated.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
  2. Add the shrimp in a single layer and let them sear undisturbed for 2–3 minutes. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and firm.
  3. While the shrimp cook, warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 15–30 seconds per side, or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20–30 seconds. Keep them covered to stay pliable.
Assembly
  1. Divide the shrimp among the warmed tortillas. Top each taco with shredded cabbage and sliced avocado.
  2. Finish with fresh cilantro and a generous squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve these tacos piled on a platter for guests to build their own. Pair with cilantro-lime rice, grilled corn, or a light salad. Store leftovers separately in airtight containers for 3–4 days.

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