Description
These spicy shrimp tacos are a vibrant and flavorful meal featuring juicy shrimp seasoned with smoky spices, nestled in warm corn tortillas with crunchy cabbage and topped with a creamy avocado lime sauce. Perfect for a quick and fresh dinner packed with bold Tex-Mex flavors.
Ingredients
Shrimp and Tacos
- 500 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges, for serving
Avocado Cream
- 1 ripe avocado
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 small garlic clove
- 2 tbsp water
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Season the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and evenly coat them with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to infuse bold smoky flavors.
- Make the avocado cream: In a blender or food processor, combine the ripe avocado, plain Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, garlic clove, water, and salt; blend until smooth and creamy, adjusting water as needed for desired consistency.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through, being careful not to overcook.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and pliable, perfect for folding around the fillings.
- Assemble the tacos: Place a generous amount of shredded cabbage onto each warmed tortilla, top with cooked shrimp, then drizzle with creamy avocado sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the tacos and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side to add a zesty brightness.
Notes
- Don’t overcook shrimp, as they can become rubbery and tough.
- Add jalapeño slices or extra chili powder for additional heat and spice.
- For a low-carb alternative, substitute tortillas with lettuce wraps.
- Include diced mango or pineapple for a refreshing sweet contrast to the spicy shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
