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Shrimp Taco

Zesty Shrimp Taco Delight with Creamy Lime Sauce

This Zesty Shrimp Taco recipe combines fresh shrimp and creamy lime sauce for a vibrant meal that is simple and delicious.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Raw Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 cloves Garlic Clove minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 pinch Cayenne optional
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral oil
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 0.25 cup Mayo or egg-free mayo
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1-2 teaspoons Sriracha adjust to taste
For Assembly
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups Purple Cabbage shredded
  • 1 medium Avocado diced
  • 0.25 of a Red Onion chopped
  • 0.5 cup Cotija Cheese optional
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro chopped, optional
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • large skillet
  • Serving Bowls

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayo, lime juice, garlic powder, and Sriracha until smooth. Let it rest for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Wash and shred purple cabbage. Dice avocado and chop red onion and cilantro. Arrange toppings in small bowls.
  3. Pat shrimp dry and season with minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Cook the shrimp for 1-2 minutes on each side until cooked through, about 4-5 minutes total.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet or over an open flame until pliable.
  6. Assemble tacos by adding shrimp, topping with cabbage, avocado, onion, cheese, and drizzle with creamy sauce. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover shrimp and sauce separately in airtight containers for maximum freshness. Enjoy within 4 days.

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