Best Shrimp Tacos
These Best Shrimp Tacos are a quick and delicious meal packed with flavor and freshness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Taco Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 1 lime lime
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- to taste Salt
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp until pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Making Sauce
- In a separate bowl, mix all ingredients for the creamy cilantro lime sauce until well combined.
Assembly
- Warm the tortillas in a separate pan or over the grill.
- Assemble the tacos by placing shrimp in the tortillas, adding cabbage, tomatoes, avocado, and drizzling with the creamy cilantro lime sauce.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Serve these shrimp tacos warm with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing. Customize your tacos by adding other toppings like diced red onions or jalapeños.