Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Tomatillo Salsa Recipe

Name: Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Tomatillo Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups sour cream; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika; 2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; Tomatillo Salsa; 16 purchased taco shells; 1 large bunch watercress, trimmed; 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, cubed

Servings: persons

2 cups sour cream
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Tomatillo Salsa
16 purchased taco shells
1 large bunch watercress, trimmed
2 avocados, peeled, pitted, cubed

1
Whisk all ingredients in medium bowl to blend.
2
Season with salt.
3
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
4
Chill.)
5
Combine chili powder and paprika in large bowl.
6
Add shrimp; toss to coat.
7
Let stand 5 minutes.
8
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over high heat.
9
Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
10
Add shrimp; saute until opaque in center, about 5 minutes.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Transfer to a small bowl.
13
Preheat oven to 350F.
14
Arrange taco shells on heavy large baking sheet.
15
Bake until hot, about 8 minutes.
16
Place shells in napkin-lined basket.
17
Arrange half of watercress on platter.
18
Top with shrimp.
19
Chop remaining watercress.
20
Place in small bowl.
21
Place sour cream, salsa, avocados and chopped watercress in separate bowls.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups sour cream, 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, and more.

Yes, Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Tomatillo Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Tomatillo Salsa

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