Description
These flavorful shrimp tacos come together in just 20 minutes, combining perfectly seasoned, sautéed shrimp with fresh cabbage, tomatoes, and cilantro on warm corn tortillas. A squeeze of lime adds a zesty finish, making this dish a quick and delicious meal perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Tacos and Toppings
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering and hot.
- Season and cook the shrimp: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp to the pan, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir and cook until shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Warm the tortillas: In a separate pan over low to medium heat, warm 8 small corn tortillas until soft and pliable, about 30 seconds per side.
- Assemble the tacos: Place cooked shrimp on each tortilla, then top with 1 cup shredded cabbage, 1/2 cup diced tomatoes, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro.
- Add lime juice: Squeeze fresh lime wedges over the assembled tacos to add a bright, tangy flavor before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the shrimp seasoning.
- You can substitute shrimp with firm white fish or chicken for variation.
- Use flour tortillas if corn tortillas are unavailable, but corn keeps it gluten-free.
- Serve with a side of avocado slices or a creamy sauce like sour cream or crema.
- Make sure not to overcook shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: shrimp tacos, quick tacos, Mexican shrimp recipe, easy seafood tacos, healthy tacos
