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Shrimp Tacos

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  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Total Time: 16 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Shrimp tacos are a flavorful and fresh dish featuring seasoned shrimp, topped with crisp veggies, and served in a soft tortilla, perfect for a quick and tasty meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice until well coated.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
  3. Warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave.
  4. To assemble, place a few shrimp on each tortilla, then top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  5. Drizzle with sour cream and optional sriracha sauce for a little heat.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Feel free to add avocado slices or guacamole for extra creaminess.
  • For a lighter version, skip the sour cream and use a yogurt-based sauce.
  • You can use flour tortillas instead of corn if preferred.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg