There’s something undeniably satisfying about a beautifully crafted taco, and these shrimp tacos take that satisfaction to a whole new level. Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, they offer a delightful mix of juicy shrimp, crunchy cabbage, and creamy avocado, all wrapped up in a tender tortilla. Perfect for an easy dinner night that offers the taste of dining out right at home.
Ingredients
- Shrimp โ 450 g (1 lb)
- Salt โ 1/2 teaspoon
- Black Pepper โ 1/4 teaspoon
- Ground Cumin โ 1/4 teaspoon
- Garlic Cloves โ 1, pressed
- Olive Oil โ 15 ml (1 tablespoon)
- Purple Cabbage โ about 2 cups, shredded
- Red Onion โ 1/2, finely diced
- Lime โ 1, cut into 8 wedges
- Avocado โ 1 large, diced
- Cilantro โ 1/4 bunch, coarsely chopped
- Mexican Cotija Cheese โ 113 g (4 oz), grated
- Corn Tortillas โ 6-inch diameter, 8-10 pieces
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp
Combine shrimp with salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and minced garlic. Stir to coat evenly. - Sautรฉ the Shrimp
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sautรฉ shrimp in a single layer for about two minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate. - Prep the Toppings
Shred cabbage, dice the red onion, cut the lime into wedges, dice avocado, and chop cilantro. Arrange all on a serving platter alongside shrimp. - Toast the Tortillas
Toast tortillas over a gas flame or on a dry skillet until lightly charred around the edges. - Make the Sauce
Mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and Sriracha. Adjust Sriracha for spiciness to preference. - Assemble the Tacos
Layer cabbage, onion, shrimp, avocado, cilantro, and cheese on each tortilla. Drizzle generously with the taco sauce. Serve with lime wedges, adding extra lime juice as desired.
Savor every bite of these vibrant shrimp tacosโa perfect balance of flavors and textures that simply delight your taste buds. Whether it’s for a casual lunch or a spontaneous taco night, these tacos offer a taste of the coast that’s just too tempting to resist. Enjoy!
