Shrimp Tacos
These shrimp tacos are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Mexico right to your dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe showcases juicy shrimp paired with fresh toppings and a creamy sauce, all wrapped in warm tortillas. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that is sure to impress family and friends alike. With the versatility to customize spice levels and ingredients, these tacos cater to every palate while remaining a healthy option packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream + mayonnaise)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- ½ small cabbage, shredded
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Spices: smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, onion powder
- Olive oil and salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, sriracha, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt for the taco sauce. Adjust consistency with water if needed.
- Dry shrimp thoroughly and season with spices (smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, onion powder, salt).
- Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook seasoned shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until pink.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
- Assemble tacos by layering cabbage first, then avocado slices followed by shrimp. Drizzle with taco sauce and top with cilantro and Cotija cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
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