Shrimp Tacos
Seasoned grilled shrimp nestled in warm tortillas with fresh slaw, avocado, and zesty lime crema. Quick, vibrant, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 8 count corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- 2 count avocado, sliced
- 2 count lime wedges
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 2
Toss shrimp with olive oil and spice mixture, then squeeze lime juice over and let sit 5 minutes.
- 3
Mix sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl to make crema.
- 4
Heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
- 6
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.
- 7
Place 2–3 shrimp on each warm tortilla.
- 8
Top with shredded cabbage, avocado slices, and a drizzle of lime crema.
- 9
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch cast iron skillet
- small mixing bowls
- cutting board
- knife
- measuring spoons
- tongs
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