Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Name: Shrimp Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons peppercorns; 3 quarts water; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground red pepper; 2 limes, quartered; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; ½ cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped; ⅓ cup fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon jalapeno, minced and seeded; 12 (6 inch) corn tortillas; ¾ cup tomatoes, chopped; ½ cup sour cream; ½ cup green onion, chopped

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons peppercorns
3 quarts water
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon ground red pepper
2 limes, quartered
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
⅓ cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon jalapeno, minced and seeded
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas
¾ cup tomatoes, chopped
½ cup sour cream
½ cup green onion, chopped

1
Place the peppercorns on a double layer of cheesecloth.
2
Gather edges of cheesecloth together, and tie securely.
3
Combine cheesecloth bag, water, salt, red pepper, and lime quarter in a Dutch oven.
4
Bring to a boil; cook for 2 minute.
5
Add shrimp; cook 2 min or until they turn pink and look done.
6
Do not walk away or you will over cook them.
7
Drain and discard cheesecloth bag and lime quarters.
8
Combine shrimp, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeno pepper, tossing well to coat.
9
Heat tortillas according to package directions.
10
Spoon 1/3 cup shrimp mixture into each tortilla.
11
Top with tomato, sour cream, and green onions.

480

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons peppercorns, 3 quarts water, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground red pepper, and more.

Yes, 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.

Shrimp Tacos

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