Zesty Simple Shrimp Tacos
Quick and easy, these Zesty Simple Shrimp Tacos are bursting with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight meal, they come together in no time.
Equipment
- medium bowl
- skillet or griddle
- large skillet
- clean kitchen towel
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pinch cayenne pepper optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 lime juiced
- 8-12 corn or flour tortillas street taco size
- Your favorite toppings e.g., shredded cabbage, avocado crema, fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preparation
- Toss shrimp with olive oil, spices, salt, pepper, and half of the lime juice; let marinate for 5-10 minutes.
- Warm tortillas on a dry skillet for 20-30 seconds per side until soft, then stack and cover to keep warm.
Cooking
- Cook marinated shrimp in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Assembly
- Remove shrimp from heat and squeeze the remaining lime juice over them.
- Fill warmed tortillas with a generous spoonful of shrimp and your favorite toppings.
Notes
For extra flavor, lightly toast the spices in a dry pan before adding them to the shrimp.