Easy Shrimp Tacos
Shrimp tacos are a quick and tasty meal perfect for any night of the week, packed with flavor and healthy ingredients.
Ingredients
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- to taste Salt and pepper
Taco Assembly
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- as needed Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
Assembly
- Assemble the tacos by placing shrimp on each tortilla, topped with cabbage, tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Serve the shrimp tacos warm with lime wedges for enhanced flavor. You can customize with hot sauce or additional toppings like avocado. Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days, keeping shrimp separate from toppings to prevent sogginess. Reheat shrimp in a skillet before serving again. Adjust seasoning to taste, and try grilling shrimp for a smoky flavor.