Description
These spicy shrimp tacos with avocado crema are a perfect choice for a quick and flavorful meal. Featuring juicy, seasoned shrimp, fresh toppings, and a creamy avocado sauce, these tacos are easy to prepare and packed with taste. Perfect for taco nights or a casual dinner.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 500 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Avocado Crema:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 100 g sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
For the Tacos:
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 100 g red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 100 g radishes, thinly sliced
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
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Prepare the Shrimp:
- In a bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Toss to coat the shrimp evenly with the seasoning.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque.
- Squeeze lime juice over the shrimp and set aside.
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Make the Avocado Crema:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Assemble the Tacos:
- Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
- Spread a spoonful of avocado crema on each tortilla.
- Top with cooked shrimp, red cabbage, radishes, and fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper based on your preferred level of spiciness.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream in the avocado crema for a lighter option.
- For extra flavor, grill the tortillas slightly before assembling the tacos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg