Delicious Homemade Shrimp Tacos Recipe
The shrimps in shrimp tacos come with the juiciness that we’ve always loved in every shrimp recipe, these juicy shrimps give the tacos an entirely different texture and feel. The now feel like tacos from heaven. Pair that juiciness with the awesome fresh veggies and other things in your tacos and you have yourself some of the very best meal.
Shrimp tacos is the perfect meal for tacos lovers who are equally in love with seafoods. Tacos lovers who can’t get enough of seafoods have no option that to indulge themselves further into deliciousness of shrimp tacos. Helping in showing you how to make your own meal and this case, your own shrimp tacos is my job and that is why I am writing this shrimp tacos recipe for the benefit of the lovers of seafoods who are also in love with tacos.
This shrimp tacos recipe is the absolute best shrimp recipe and tacos meal ever. Without further explanation, let’s get into the shrimp tacos recipe.
Delicious Homemade Shrimp Tacos Recipe
Equipment
- Non-stick skillet or cast iron pan
- Mixing bowls (at least 2)
- Cutting board and sharp knife
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Tongs or spatula
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Slaw:
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage or mix green & red cabbage
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeño thinly sliced (optional, for extra heat)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
For the Chipotle Crema:
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce minced or 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- Salt to taste
To Serve:
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 avocado sliced or diced
- Extra lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
Marinate the Shrimp:
- In a bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Toss well to ensure all shrimp are evenly coated.
- Let marinate for about 10 minutes while you prep the other ingredients.
Prepare the Slaw:
- In another bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, sliced red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle a pinch of salt.
- Toss gently and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
Make the Chipotle Crema:
- In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, mayonnaise, minced chipotle pepper (or chipotle chili powder), lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Stir until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated shrimp to the hot pan.
- Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking to keep them tender.
Warm the Tortillas:
- While the shrimp cooks, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or wrap them in a damp cloth and microwave for 20-30 seconds.
Assemble the Tacos:
- Place a few shrimp on each warm tortilla.
- Top with a generous scoop of cabbage slaw.
- Drizzle with chipotle crema.
- Add avocado slices and garnish with extra cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
Serve:
- Enjoy your shrimp tacos immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.
