Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage, Tomatoes, and Cilantro Recipe
These Shrimp Tacos are a quick and flavorful delight featuring perfectly seasoned shrimp cooked in olive oil and complemented by fresh cabbage, tomatoes, and cilantro. Ready in just 20 minutes, they make a perfect light meal packed with vibrant flavors and a hint of citrus from lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Shrimp Tacos
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat to prepare for cooking the shrimp.
- Add shrimp and spices: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the pan, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Cook the shrimp: Sauté the shrimp in the pan for about 5 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through, stirring occasionally to cook evenly.
- Warm tortillas: In a separate pan, gently warm the 8 small corn tortillas until they are pliable and heated through.
- Assemble the tacos: Place the cooked shrimp onto each tortilla and top with 1 cup shredded cabbage, 1/2 cup diced tomatoes, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for freshness and crunch.
- Add lime juice and serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice from the wedges over each assembled taco for added zesty flavor just before serving.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the shrimp seasoning.
- You can substitute corn tortillas with flour tortillas if preferred.
- Serve with a side of guacamole or sour cream for creaminess.
- Make sure not to overcook shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- To keep the tortillas warm longer, wrap them in a clean kitchen towel after warming.
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