Tangy Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Name: Tangy Shrimp Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the tacos:; 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled, tail removed, deveined; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon canola oil; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 3 cloves garlic; 1 lime, zested and juiced; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; For assembly and topping(s) (optional); flour tortillas; cilantro leaves; charred salsa verde; crumbled queso fresco; lime wedges; sliced avocado; thinly sliced cabbage; thinly sliced jalapeno - or pickled jalapeno; thinly sliced red onion; tomato salsa; sour cream

Servings: persons

For the tacos:
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled, tail removed, deveined
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cloves garlic
1 lime, zested and juiced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
For assembly and topping(s) (optional)
flour tortillas
cilantro leaves
charred salsa verde
crumbled queso fresco
lime wedges
sliced avocado
thinly sliced cabbage
thinly sliced jalapeno - or pickled jalapeno
thinly sliced red onion
tomato salsa
sour cream

1
Place peeled and deveined shrimp in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, cumin and 1 teaspoon oil. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
2
Place a pan over medium high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil and let it heat until it's slick, but not quite smoking. Add shrimp to the pan in a single layer and cook until just slightly turning pink, 1-2 minutes. Use a pair of tongs to flip them in the pan and continue cooking an additional minute. Add the garlic, lime zest and lime juice. Cook and stir for an additional minute. Remove from heat and stir in the cilantro.
3
To assemble: place 4-5 shrimp in a warm tortilla, top with additional cilantro, charred salsa verde and crumbled queso fresco. Add other accompaniments if desired. Finish with a squeeze of lime

176

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the tacos:, 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled, tail removed, deveined, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Tangy 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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Tangy Shrimp Tacos

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