Description
Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema are a flavorful delight, featuring marinated shrimp served in warm tortillas and topped with a creamy avocado sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 avocado
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the shrimp are well coated. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
- While the shrimp is marinating, prepare the avocado crema. In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, sour cream, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for about 30 seconds until pliable.
- To assemble the tacos, place a few shrimp on each tortilla, top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro. Drizzle with avocado crema.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.
Notes
- For added heat, include sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce in the tacos.
- Substitute the shrimp with grilled chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg