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A vibrant plate of shrimp tacos garnished with fresh cilantro, lime wedges on the side, served on a rustic wooden table. The tacos are filled with juicy, well-seasoned shrimp, topped with crunchy slaw and drizzled with creamy sauce, showcasing bright colors and appealing textures.

Delicious Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Cilantro and Lime

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A quick and flavorful shrimp taco recipe featuring seasoned shrimp, crunchy toppings, and zesty lime for a perfect weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the shrimp until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  4. Assemble the tacos by placing shrimp on each tortilla, then add shredded cabbage and cilantro.
  5. Drizzle with lime juice and sour cream, top with hot sauce if desired.
  6. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less hot sauce.
  • You can substitute shrimp with chicken or fish for variety.
  • For a healthier option, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 210 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg