Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of these Shrimp Tacos, a perfect dish for any occasion—from cozy weeknight dinners to lively gatherings. Packed with tender shrimp, fresh toppings, and zesty sauce, these tacos offer a delightful burst of flavor that will please everyone at the table. With a quick preparation time of just 25 minutes, you can easily customize them to suit your taste preferences, making them an ideal choice for families or entertaining guests. Enjoy this delicious meal that combines freshness and ease for a satisfying dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Olive oil
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
- 1 large avocado, diced
- ½ red onion, diced
- 4 oz Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Sour cream and mayonnaise for sauce
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with minced garlic and spices (salt, pepper, cumin, cayenne). Toss to coat.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Cook seasoned shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until opaque.
- Toast corn tortillas over an open flame or skillet until lightly charred.
- Prepare fresh toppings: shred cabbage, dice avocado and red onion, and chop cilantro.
- For the sauce, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and Sriracha in a small bowl.
- Assemble the tacos by placing shrimp on tortillas and topping with cabbage, avocado, onion, Cotija cheese, cilantro, and sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg