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Best Shrimp Taco Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful shrimp taco recipe featuring seasoned seared shrimp, creamy lime yogurt sauce, and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Seasoning
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce and Toppings
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Pat the shrimp dry and toss with garlic, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the shrimp for 2 minutes without moving them.
  3. Flip the shrimp and cook for another 1-2 minutes until opaque, then finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
  4. Whisk Greek yogurt with lime juice, a pinch of salt, and half the cilantro.
  5. Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet until pliable.
  6. Assemble tacos by layering avocado, shrimp, tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño on the tortillas.
  7. Drizzle with the yogurt sauce and garnish with the remaining cilantro.

Notes

Store cooked shrimp and toppings separately in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat shrimp in a skillet with a splash of water to maintain texture.