Shrimp Taco Recipe

These Shrimp Tacos are loaded with plump juicy shrimp, crisp cabbage, avocado, cotija cheese, cilantro and an easy shrimp taco sauce that will win you over. They are served over toasted corn tortillas so they are naturally gluten-free.

What makes these Shrimp Tacos is the mouthwatering Shrimp Taco Sauce! This is the same sauce we use on our famous Fish Tacos and it’s mesmerizing. These tacos are an easy 30-minute meal that comes together fast. Taco night will never be the same!

Easy Shrimp Tacos

These easy shrimp tacos are the perfect simple dinner for busy weeknights! Plump, juicy shrimp are cooked in a flavorful spice blend then wrapped in warm flour tortillas and piled high with your favorite toppings.

Prep: 20min

Total: 30min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Sodium 447 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, calories 219 kcal, unSaturated Fat 6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1 pound medium shrimp ((thawed & peeled))
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 8-10 medium flour tortillas
• Toppings (optional, to taste): sour cream, salsa, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cilantro, etc.

Instruction:

1. Prep your shrimp. If frozen, run them under cool water until thawed. Peel them and remove the tails.
2. Meanwhile, prep your toppings.
3. Add the shrimp to a skillet along with the olive oil and spices. Cook over medium-high heat until the shrimp are pink, flipping/stirring them occasionally (about 5-6 minutes).
4. Assemble tacos as desired and serve immediately.

Shrimp Tacos with Best Shrimp Taco Sauce

These Shrimp Tacos are a must-try – loaded with plump juicy shrimp, crisp cabbage, avocado, cotija cheese, cilantro and a lime crema sauce that will win you over. We serve these over toasted tortillas.

Prep: 25min

Total: 30min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 308 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 18 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 163 mg, Sodium 849 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 4 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp (medium or large)
• 1 garlic clove (pressed or minced)
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 8 white corn tortillas ((small, 6” diameter), or Hard Taco Shells)
• 1/2 small purple cabbage (2 cups shredded)
• 1 large avocado (pitted, peeled and diced)
• 1/2 red onion (diced)
• 4 oz Cotija cheese ((1 cup grated on a box grater))
• 1/4 bunch cilantro (coarsely chopped)
• 1 lime (cut into 8 wedges)
• 1/3 cup sour cream
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 1/2 Tbsp lime juice (squeezed from 1 medium lime)
• 3/4 tsp garlic powder
• 3/4 tsp Sriracha sauce (or to taste)

Instruction:

1. Thaw and pat dry shrimp with paper towels and place in a medium bowl. Add seasonings and garlic and stir to combine.
2. Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil and add shrimp in a single layer. Sauté 1-2 minutes per side or just until cooked through. As soon as they are cooked through (white inside with some pink and red accents outside), transfer to a serving platter and set aside to cool.
3. Toast 8 tortillas over an open gas stovetop flame on medium/low heat (about 10 seconds per side) until lightly charred on the edges (or on a medium-hot skillet or griddle) until golden brown in some spots (30 seconds per side).
4. Thinly slice cabbage, dice the avocado, finely dice the red onion, and coarsley chop the cilantro. Add these to your serving platter along with lime wedges. Build tacos by arranging toppings and shrimp over each toasted tortilla.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients and serve with assembled shrimp tacos.

Shrimp Tacos

Shrimp Tacos with lightly charred tortillas, crisp salt and pepper coated shrimp, crunchy slaw and spicy, creamy shrimp taco sauce!

Prep: 15min

Total: 30min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 250 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 15 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Sodium 680 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 teaspoons sriracha sauce (or more)
• water (as needed to thin sauce)
• 8 corn tortillas
• 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 cup avocado oil (or other high heat oil)
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup finely chopped cabbage
• 1/2 cup finely chopped radishes
• 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro (optional)
• 1 lime (cut into wedges)
• jalapeño peppers (thinly sliced, optional)

Instruction:

1. Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream and sriracha sauce in a small bowl. Add water, a few drops at a time, to reach your desired consistency. Set aside.
2. Assemble tacos: top one warm corn tortilla with 3 or 4 shrimp and sprinkle with chopped cabbage, radishes and cilantro (if desired). Drizzle with desired amount of shrimp taco sauce. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Serve with lime wedges and sliced jalapeño if desired.

20-Minute Shrimp Tacos (With THE BEST Shrimp Taco Sauce!)

FAQ

What’s good with shrimp tacos?

• Tortilla Chips and Mango Salsa.
• Pico de Gallo.
• Spanish Rice (or Cilantro Lime Rice)
• Coleslaw.
• Jicama Slaw.
• Elote.
• Mexican Corn Salad.
• Charro Beans (frijoles charros)

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