Shrimp Tacos
Yield: 8 tacos
Calories: 158kcal
Juicy shrimp tacos paired with fresh toppings and flavorful seasonings make for a tasty and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed any day of the week.
Ingredients
Shrimp Tacos
- 1 pound (454 g) raw shrimp, medium, 31/40 count, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil , divided
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice
- 1 teaspoon (6 g) kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon paprika, smoked or sweet
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon (1 g) black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- 8 tortillas, flour or corn, 6" size
Taco Sauce
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) lime juice, plus zest of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) water
- 1 tablespoon (3 g) finely chopped cilantro
- ½ teaspoon (3 g) kosher salt
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp - In a large bowl, combine shrimp, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lime juice, salt, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and chili powder. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- Cook the Shrimp - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes, flip, and cook until opaque, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a clean plate.
- Make the Sauce - In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, honey, water, cilantro, and salt.
- Warm the Tortillas - Heat a pan over medium heat. Heat the tortillas on each side until warm and lightly browned, about 10 to 15 seconds per side. Wrap in a kitchen towel to keep warm.
- To Serve - Fill the tortillas with shrimp, taco sauce, and any additional toppings. Serve with lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- Topping Suggestions: Sour cream, creme, cotija cheese, grated Cheddar or Monterey jack, cilantro, pico de Gallo, avocado, guacamole, shredded cabbage, and salsa.
- Storing: Refrigerate shrimp in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Cook in the microwave on high setting in 15 to 30-second increments until hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 158kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 590mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 144IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 1mg
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