Transform your Taco Tuesday with these vibrant, flavor-packed shrimp tacos! Ready in just minutes, they’re the perfect blend of crispy, spicy shrimp and fresh toppings that’ll make any day feel like a beach-side feast.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These tacos bring restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen with minimal effort. The shrimp cooks in minutes, and the combination of seasonings creates that perfect balance of heat and zest!

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
• Salt and lime juice to taste

For Assembly

• 8-10 corn or flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 cup pico de gallo
• 1 avocado, sliced
• Fresh cilantro
• Lime wedges

For the Sauce

• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• Salt to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Shrimp

1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels
2. Toss with seasonings and olive oil
3. Let marinate 10 minutes if time allows

Cook the Shrimp

1. Heat large skillet over medium-high heat
2. Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side
3. Finish with fresh lime juice

Make the Sauce

1. Whisk sour cream, lime juice, and hot sauce
2. Season with salt to taste
3. Add water to thin if needed

Assembly

1. Warm tortillas
2. Layer cabbage, shrimp, avocado
3. Top with pico and cilantro
4. Drizzle with sauce

Pro Tips

• Don’t overcook the shrimp – they should be pink and just opaque
• Warm tortillas on open flame or hot skillet
• Make sauce ahead for better flavor
• Toast tortillas for extra texture

Variations

• Try blackened seasoning
• Add mango salsa
• Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream
• Make it spicier with jalapeños

Storage Tips

• Keep components separate if meal prepping
• Sauce keeps 3-4 days refrigerated
• Reheat shrimp gently to avoid overcooking
• Best assembled fresh

Final Note

These shrimp tacos are perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. They’re fresh, festive, and sure to become a family favorite!

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