Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Name: Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cups Rice Wine Vinegar; 1/4 cups Fresh Lime Juice; 1 clove Garlic, Chopped; 1 teaspoon Chili In Adobo Sauce; 2 Tablespoons Honey; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 cups Canola Oil; 1 cup Cilantro Leave/stems; 1 pound Raw Shrimp, Peeled And Rinsed Well; Taco Shells; Your Favorite Taco Toppings

Servings: persons

1
For the shrimp, combine all the ingredients (except shrimp) in a blender and pulse to combine.
2
Place shrimp in a shallow dish and pour half of the dressing over the top.
3
Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4
Reserve the remaining dressing to drizzle on the tacos.
5
Heat a little oil in a frying pan over medium heat; add shrimp (dressing and all) and saute about 5 minutes or just until shrimp is pink throughout.
6
Shrimp cooks very quickly, so please dont overcook, as they like to get tough and chewy!
7
To assemble the tacos, warm the taco shells and enjoy with your favorite toppings, like, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, pico de gallo, sour cream and cheese!

423

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cups Rice Wine Vinegar, 1/4 cups Fresh Lime Juice, 1 clove Garlic, Chopped, 1 teaspoon Chili In Adobo Sauce, and more.

Yes, Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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