Description
A vibrant and flavorful Shrimp Tacos recipe featuring perfectly seasoned and pan-seared shrimp, fresh shredded cabbage, creamy avocado slices, and a zesty lime-infused sour cream sauce. This easy-to-make dish combines fresh ingredients for a quick weeknight meal or a casual gathering with friends, serving 4 people with 2 tacos each.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Toppings
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
Others
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- ½ cup sour cream
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Marinate Shrimp: Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry thoroughly to remove excess moisture. Toss the shrimp with chili powder, salt, and pepper evenly, then let them marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook Shrimp: Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, ensuring they’re cooked through but still juicy.
- Warm Tortillas: While the shrimp cooks, warm the tortillas in a separate pan over low heat or microwave them for about 30 seconds until soft and pliable.
- Assemble Tacos: Lay the warmed tortillas flat and add a generous layer of shredded green cabbage. Top with the cooked shrimp and fresh avocado slices. Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top and drizzle with sour cream mixed with fresh lime juice for a tangy finish.
- Serve: Serve the shrimp tacos immediately, garnished with extra lime wedges on the side for additional zest as desired.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture, but frozen shrimp thawed properly also works well.
- If preferred, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Adjust chili powder and seasoning levels according to your spice preference.
- For extra crunch, add some pickled jalapeños or sliced radishes to the taco toppings.
- To keep tortillas warm for serving later, wrap them in a clean kitchen towel after warming.
