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Shrimp-Tacos-with-Cilantro-Lime-Crema-Recipe

Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema

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Enjoy the vibrant taste of Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema. These tacos are packed with flavor from fresh shrimp, crunchy cabbage, and a creamy cilantro lime sauce—ideal for a quick dinner or a healthy meal at home!

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 street taco style tortillas flour or corn
  • 2 cups red cabbage roughly shredded
  • ½ cup corn drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup queso fresco
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
  • cilantro lime crema
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons mayo
  • juice from 1 fresh lime
  • ½ cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, minced garlic, and salt until smooth to create the crema. Set it aside.
  2. In another bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, paprika, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and cumin.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook without overcrowding for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  4. Warm the tortillas in a pan if desired.
  5. Layer shredded cabbage on each tortilla, add corn, place the cooked shrimp on top, and drizzle with cilantro lime crema. Garnish with queso fresco and additional chopped cilantro.

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Notes

Adjust the spice level by adding more paprika or spices to the shrimp mixture.
For a lower-calorie option, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
Feel free to add other toppings such as avocado, lime wedges, or hot sauce.

  • Author: Alejandro
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pan-fried
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg