Shrimp Tacos
This recipe is so quick you can put it together in under 30 minutes which makes it perfect for any time of the year but especially for busy weekdays.
Servings: 4
Calories: 442kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp oil
Salsa
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 cup cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Toppings
- 2 jalapeño optional
- 1 lime sliced
- 8 tortillas
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Defrost and peel your shrimps.
- In a bowl add shrimp with salt, paprika, chili, onion, garlic, cumin, and coriander powder, Add oil and lime juice. Mix everything and set it aside for a few minutes.
Salsa
- While your shrimps are resting go ahead and peel and dice onions. Also, dice tomatoes and finely chop cilantro. Add salt, pepper, and lime juice. Mix and set it aside.
Cook shrimp
- Take a cast iron skillet or a pan, add 1 tbsp of oil, and cook shrimp for 3-4 minutes per side. Once shrimp changes color they are ready.
Assemble tacos
- Warm up the tortillas, then add a layer of sour cream, shrimp, salsa, jalapeños, and lime juice. Serve it right away.
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Notes
Note:
- Shrimp tacos are perfect for a get-together, double up the recipe, and make an assembly line with all the toppings. Let everyone serve themselves.
Nutrition
Calories: 442kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 728mg | Potassium: 711mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1504IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 224mg | Iron: 4mg