Ingredients
– 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 teaspoons paprika
– 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 8 small corn or flour tortillas
– 1 cup shredded cabbage
– ½ cup diced tomatoes
– ½ cup diced avocado
– ½ cup lime crema or sour cream
– Fresh cilantro for garnish
– Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Creating Blackened Shrimp Tacos is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Prep the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil and all the spices. Toss until evenly coated.
2. Heat the Pan: Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Ensure it’s hot for a good sear.
3. Cook the Shrimp: Add the seasoned shrimp to the hot pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and slightly charred. Remove from heat.
4. Warm the Tortillas: In another skillet, warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until they’re pliable.
5. Assemble the Tacos: Place a portion of blackened shrimp in each tortilla.
6. Add Toppings: Layer with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and avocado.
7. Drizzle Sauce: Add a good drizzle of lime crema or sour cream on top.
8. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
By the end of these steps, you will have an amazing batch of Blackened Shrimp Tacos ready to enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tacos
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 23g