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Quick way to grow 3-Star Shrimp Tacos at home

Craving delicious, restaurant-quality shrimp tacos? This recipe guides you through a quick and easy method to create flavorful 3-star shrimp tacos right in your own kitchen using simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp Tacos
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 count tortillas corn or flour
  • 2 count avocado sliced
  • 1 count lime cut into wedges
  • 0.5 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 cup red cabbage shredded
Spice Mix
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
Sauce
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp sriracha or to taste

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Prepare the Shrimp
  1. Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with a paper towel, then toss them with the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl until evenly coated.
Cook the Shrimp
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of oil; once hot, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Warm the Tortillas
  1. While the shrimp are cooking, warm the corn or flour tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side, or microwave them briefly until soft and pliable.
Make the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and sriracha until well combined, then taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Assemble the Tacos
  1. Divide the cooked shrimp evenly among the warm tortillas, then top with sliced avocado, shredded red cabbage, fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of the spicy mayonnaise sauce.
Serve
  1. Serve the shrimp tacos immediately with extra lime wedges on the side and enjoy your quick 3-star meal.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the spice mix. Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the shrimp to ensure they cook evenly and get a nice sear.