Tasty Baja Shrimp Tacos That Will Elevate Your Dinner Game
These Baja Shrimp Tacos are a quick and flavorful meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Servings: 4 tacos
Calories: 250kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Skillet
- pan
- serving plate
Ingredients
Shrimp Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoon olive oil for marinating and sautéing
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt to enhance flavor
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Taco Ingredients
- 8 pieces corn tortillas the vessel for filling
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 piece avocado sliced
Optional Toppings
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt for creaminess
- to taste hot sauce for added heat
- to taste lime juice for squeezing over tacos
Instructions
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp by combining olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Add shrimp and coat evenly. Let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Sauté the marinated shrimp in a preheated skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan over low heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- Assemble the tacos by placing sautéed shrimp in each tortilla.
- Top each taco with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
- Add optional toppings like sour cream or Greek yogurt, hot sauce, and fresh lime juice before serving.
Notes
For best results, marinate shrimp fully and avoid overcooking. Customize toppings according to preference.
Nutrition
Serving: 1taco | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1.5mg