Shrimp Tacos (30 Minutes)
Shrimp tacos offer a delicious escape to the beach in just 30 minutes. Each bite features warm tortillas filled with tender, succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, zesty lime, and crunchy cabbage. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or a quick weeknight dinner, these customizable tacos are sure to impress family and friends alike. With vibrant flavors and a simple preparation method, you’re just a few steps away from a mouthwatering meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté shrimp for about 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream with lime juice and additional chili powder if desired.
- Warm tortillas in a separate skillet for about 30 seconds per side.
- Assemble tacos by layering shrimp, cabbage, avocado slices, and sauce on each tortilla.
- Serve immediately with a squeeze of lime.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: - For added heat, include diced jalapeños in the toppings or adjust the chili powder level in the marinade. - Substitute shrimp with grilled chicken or fish for different flavor profiles. - Leftover shrimp can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.