Easy Shrimp Tacos Recipe: Quick and Flavorful Meal 🌮🍤

These Easy Shrimp Tacos are bursting with flavor and perfect for a quick meal, whether you’re looking for a weeknight dinner or something to impress your guests!


🔥 Prep Time: 10 minutes | 🍽️ Cook Time: 10 minutes | ⏳ Total Time: 20 minutes | 🍴 Servings: 4

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce (optional)

Let’s Cook!
Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prepare the shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the shrimp: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
  3. Warm the tortillas: In the same skillet, warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side.
  4. Assemble the tacos: Place the cooked shrimp on each tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage or lettuce, cilantro, red onion, and a squeeze of lime juice.
  5. Serve: Drizzle with sour cream or Greek yogurt and hot sauce if desired. Serve immediately!

“Quick, flavorful, and bursting with freshness—these shrimp tacos will quickly become a family favorite!”

Tips & Variations:

  • Add a kick: Try adding diced jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper for some heat.
  • Make it a bowl: Serve the shrimp and toppings in a bowl with rice for a taco bowl.
  • Make it spicy: Add a dash of your favorite hot sauce to the shrimp or topping.

Nutrition Information
Per serving:

  • Calories: 250
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbs: 20g
  • Protein: 20g

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