Description

These spicy shrimp tacos are bursting with bold flavors thanks to smoky-seasoned shrimp, a creamy avocado salsa, and a zesty cilantro-lime sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon cumin

Salt and pepper, to taste

Juice of 1/2 lime

1 large ripe avocado, diced

1 small tomato, diced

1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Juice of 1 lime

Salt, to taste

1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

1/4 cup fresh cilantro

Juice of 1 lime

1 garlic clove

Salt, to taste

6 small corn or flour tortillas

Extra lime wedges, for serving

Chopped cilantro (optional garnish)

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Instructions

In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Toss to coat and marinate for 10 minutes.
While shrimp marinates, prepare avocado salsa by mixing avocado, tomato, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
In a blender or food processor, blend sour cream (or Greek yogurt), cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and salt until smooth. Refrigerate until serving.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp in a single layer for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
Assemble tacos by layering shrimp, avocado salsa, and a drizzle of cilantro sauce into each tortilla. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Notes

Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter sauce.

Swap shrimp for grilled fish or tofu for a vegetarian option.

For more heat, leave jalapeño seeds in the salsa.

Serve in lettuce wraps for a low-carb version.

Store shrimp, salsa, and sauce separately in the fridge for best results.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos
Calories: 310
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 165mg