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Shrimp Tacos

Ultimate Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce

Delicious shrimp tacos featuring spicy shrimp and creamy cilantro lime sauce—perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large or Jumbo Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Chipotle Chili Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
For the Tortillas
  • 8 units Corn or Flour Tortillas Warm them for optimal texture
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt Can substitute with regular yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Chopped, adjust for spice level
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
  • 2 limes Limes Zest and juice
For the Slaw
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage Can use a slaw mix

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Food Processor
  • nonstick skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry. In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, chipotle pepper, cumin, and salt. Allow to rest for 10 minutes.
  2. In a food processor, combine Greek yogurt, a drizzle of olive oil, minced garlic, chopped jalapeño, cilantro, salt, lime zest, and lime juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the shredded cabbage with half of the creamy sauce. Let it sit for 5 minutes to develop flavors.
  4. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and firm.
  5. Warm the tortillas on a skillet for 30 seconds each side. Assemble tacos with shrimp, slaw, and drizzle remaining sauce on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust spice levels and sauces according to your taste preferences. Serve with extra toppings like avocado or lime wedges.

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