How To Make Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Crema
Have yourself some authentic taco goodness with the added crunch. Ground meat, topped with oniones, tomatoes, and salsa will bring out the Mexican flavors you’ve been craving for. Follow these taco recipes to get those crunchy and tasty bites.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 lb of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Cilantro-Lime Crema:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
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In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and sprinkle the spice mixture over them. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
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Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, combine sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well to make the cilantro-lime crema.
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Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or in the microwave.
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To assemble the tacos, spread a spoonful of the cilantro-lime crema onto each tortilla. Top with cooked shrimp, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top.
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Serve the Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Crema immediately, with extra lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition
- Calories : 365kcal
- Total Fat : 18g
- Saturated Fat : 6g
- Cholesterol : 225mg
- Sodium : 789mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 26g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 3g
- Protein : 27g
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