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Shrimp Tacos

Savory Shrimp Tacos with Zesty Cilantro Lime Sauce

Delicious shrimp tacos bursting with flavor and topped with a creamy cilantro lime sauce, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 158
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large or Jumbo Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 tablespoon Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Add smoked paprika for a milder kick
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Chipotle Chili Pepper Optional for less spice
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt works too
For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces Corn or Flour Tortillas Use gluten-free if necessary
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage Any slaw mix works
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 piece Jalapeño Chopped, adjust for heat preference
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Can substitute with parsley
  • 1 piece Lime Zest
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Shrimp Tacos
  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Toss with olive oil, chili powder, chipotle chili pepper, cumin, and salt, then marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. In a food processor, combine yogurt, remaining olive oil, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, salt, lime zest, and lime juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Mix shredded cabbage with about 1/2 cup of creamy sauce and toss well. Reserve leftover sauce for drizzling.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté marinated shrimp for about 4 minutes until opaque and firm.
  5. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet until pliable. Assemble tacos with shrimp, slaw, and additional sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 158kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 17gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are not overcooked. Allow slaw to marinate for more flavor and warm tortillas properly to avoid breaking.

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