Description
These Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Sauce are a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Featuring seasoned sautéed shrimp, fresh vegetables, creamy guacamole, and a zesty homemade cilantro lime sauce, these tacos bring a perfect balance of spice, tang, and creaminess wrapped in soft flour tortillas.
Ingredients
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Cilantro Lime Sauce
- 8 ounces Sour Cream
- 2 Limes (juiced)
- 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1/4 cup Scallions
- Salt, to taste
- Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Shrimp and Toppings
- 1 pound Frozen Shrimp
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 2 Tomatoes (diced or sliced)
- 2 cups Lettuce (shredded)
- 1 cup Red Cabbage (shredded)
- 1 bunch Scallions (chopped)
- 1 cup Guacamole
- 1/2 cup Salsa
- 8 Small Flour Tortillas
- Jalapeño Pepper, to taste (sliced)
- Lime wedges, to taste
- Fresh Cilantro Leaves, to taste for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Cilantro Lime Sauce: In a food processor or blender, combine sour cream, lime juice from 2 limes, fresh cilantro leaves, garlic cloves, scallions, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into a container, cover, and chill until ready to serve.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Place frozen shrimp in a rimmed, shallow pan. Drizzle olive oil over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the shrimp, making sure all surfaces are coated. Let the shrimp sit for 5 minutes to absorb the seasoning.
- Cook the Shrimp: Transfer the shrimp and any accumulated juices to a large skillet. Cook over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are fully heated through and opaque. Remove from heat and keep warm.
- Assemble the Tacos: Warm the flour tortillas on a skillet or microwave, if desired. Lay the tortillas on plates and layer each with cooked shrimp, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, shredded red cabbage, chopped scallions, guacamole, jalapeño slices, and salsa.
- Finish and Serve: Squeeze fresh lime wedges over the tacos to taste. Top with fresh cilantro leaves and a generous drizzle of the chilled cilantro lime sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant shrimp tacos!
Notes
- You can substitute fresh shrimp for frozen, adjusting cooking time as fresh shrimp typically cook faster.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño and taco seasoning for your preferred spice level.
- If you prefer a gluten-free option, opt for corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
- The cilantro lime sauce can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator to enhance the flavors.
- Leftover shrimp can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
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