Shrimp Tacos

Shrimp Tacos

DinnerMexicanMexican
Homii

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  • Prep15m
  • Cook10m
Total time
25 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Recipe written for 4 servings

Main

Shrimp Seasoning

Main

Cabbage Slaw

Chipotle Crema

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Cookware

Skillet

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2 days

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1.25 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined, tails removed

Skillet shrimp shrimp

4–7 min145°F

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In a small mixing bowl, stir together the ½ cup sour cream, minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 clove garlic until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sour Cream
  • Chipotle Hot Sauce
  • Lime Juice
  • Garlic

In a medium mixing bowl, toss the shredded 2 cups green cabbage thinly shredded with 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, and a pinch of kosher salt. Set aside to lightly marinate while you cook the 1 ¼ lb large shrimp peeled and deveined.

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  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cabbage
  • Lime Juice
  • Olive Oil
  • Salt

Pat the 1 ¼ lb large shrimp peeled and deveined dry with paper towels. In a mixing bowl, toss with 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp cumin, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp smoked paprika, and ¼ tsp kosher salt until evenly coated.

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  • Mixing Bowl
  • Shrimp
  • Chili Powder
  • Ground Cumin
  • Garlic Powder
  • Smoked Paprika
  • Salt
  • 1–2 min
  • Medium-high

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1 ¼ lb large shrimp peeled and deveined in a single layer and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until pink, opaque, and lightly charred at the edges. Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking.

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  • Skillet
  • Olive Oil
  • Shrimp
  • 1 min
  • Medium

Warm the 8 small flour or corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds.

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  • Skillet
  • Flour Tortilla

To assemble, spread a spoonful of chipotle crema on each 8 small flour or corn tortillas. Top with a handful of green cabbage thinly shredded slaw, 3–4 large shrimp peeled and deveined, and optional 1 medium avocado slices and ¼ cup fresh cilantro roughly chopped. Serve immediately with 1 whole lime wedges on the side.

Uses

  • Chipotle Hot Sauce
  • Flour Tortilla
  • Cabbage
  • Shrimp
  • Avocado
  • Cilantro
Per serving

Nutrition facts

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390

Cal

Protein

30 g

32%

Carbs

32 g

34%

Fat

14 g

34%