Best 4 Baja Shrimp Tacos Recipes

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Baja shrimp tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that are perfect for a quick and casual meal. The tacos are made with shrimp that is seasoned with a variety of spices and then grilled or fried. They are then served on tortillas with a variety of toppings, such as cabbage, pico de gallo, avocado, and sour cream. Baja shrimp tacos can be made with a variety of different ingredients, so you can customize them to your liking. Whether you like them spicy or mild, or with a variety of toppings, there is a Baja shrimp taco recipe out there for everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAJA SAUCE FOR FISH OR SHRIMP TACOS



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I really like this on grilled or blackened fish tacos.

Provided by flachaz

Categories     Main Dish Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
¾ teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
¼ teaspoon ground ancho chile pepper

Steps:

  • Stir sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, seafood seasoning, and ancho chile pepper together in a bowl.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 11.5 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 188 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

BAJA SHRIMP TACOS



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The sauce gives these shrimp tacos a delicious kick!

Provided by Brittier

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup Mexican beer (such as Corona®)
1 cup all-purpose flour
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®)
1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
½ cup canola oil, or as needed
½ pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 (8 inch) flour tortillas
½ medium head red cabbage, cut into small strips
½ bunch cilantro, chopped
3 limes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Combine beer, flour, salt, and ground black pepper in a bowl. Let batter sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
  • Stir mayonnaise, chile-garlic sauce, and mirin together in a bowl to form the baja sauce. Cover and refrigerate until use.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Dip shrimp in prepared batter; place in the fryer until golden brown, about 2 1/2 minutes. Drain shrimp on paper towels.
  • Heat tortillas 1 at a time on a skillet over medium heat until warm to the touch, about 1 minute.
  • Fill each tortilla with an even amount of shrimp, baja sauce, red cabbage, and cilantro. Garnish with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 797.6 calories, Carbohydrate 83.6 g, Cholesterol 64.5 mg, Fat 42.3 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1118.4 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

BAJA SHRIMP TACOS



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Make and share this Baja Shrimp Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Mexican

Time 27m

Yield 8 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon chili powder (try chipotle or ancho)
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 lb medium shrimp, shelled and deveined (35-40 count)
4 cups finely shredded coleslaw mix (or green and red cabbage)
1 cup prepared guacamole (homemade is best)
1 (10 ounce) taco-sized flour tortillas, warmed (8 per package size)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together cilantro, lime juice, oil, honey, chili powder, salt, cumin and pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat broiler to high. In medium-size bowl, combine 1/4 cup of the marinade and the shrimp. In second medium-size bowl, combine remaining marinade and the cole slaw mix. Let both marinate for 10 minutes.
  • Transfer shrimp to a broiler pan. Broil, 2 to 3 inches from heat, for 6 to 7 minutes, turning once. Note: Alternatively, shrimp may be cooked by grilling or pan sautéing.
  • Spread a tortilla with about 2 tablespoons guacamole. Top with 4 or 5 shrimp and 1/4 cup slaw. Repeat with all ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.5, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 71.6, Sodium 702.8, Carbohydrate 23.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.1, Protein 11.2

BAJA SHRIMP TACOS WITH JICAMA-CORN SALSA AND RANCH CREMA #RSC



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These refreshing and tasty tacos are sure to be a hit at your next fiesta! The crunchy shrimp combined with the creamy sauce make for an irresistable combination!

Provided by mwiederhold

Categories     Weeknight

Time 45m

Yield 12 tacos, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb shrimp, peeled, devained, patted dry (40-50 count)
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
1 (1 ounce) package Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dips Mix, divided
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup jicama, peeled and finely diced
4 roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 jalapeno, finely minced
6 tablespoons fresh chives, divided and finely minced
2 lemons, zest and juice, divided
6 ounces fat free Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
12 (8 inch) corn tortillas

Steps:

  • For Salsa: In medium bowl, combine jicama, tomato, corn, jalopeno, 3 tablespoons chives, zest and juice of 1 lemon, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • For Ranch Crema: In small bowl, combine, yogurt, 3 tablespoons chives, 1 tablespoon dry ranch dip mix, zest and juice of 1 lemon. Set aside.
  • In small bowl, whisk milk with remaining 2 tablespoons dry ranch dip mix. Place shrimp in mixture and let marinate for 4-5 minutes.
  • Spread bread crumbs on plate. Shake off excess milk mixture from shrimp and toss in bread crumbs till coated.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. In 2 seperate batches, brown shrimp till fully cooked and drain on paper towel.
  • Heat corn tortillas in the microwave covered in wet paper towel for 20 seconds till warmed through.
  • To assemble: Place 4 shrimp on each tortilla and top with heaping spoonful of jicama-corn salsa. Drizzle with ranch crema and enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use fresh, succulent shrimp. Wild-caught shrimp is the best option, but if you're using frozen shrimp, thaw it thoroughly before cooking.
  • Cook the shrimp properly. Shrimp should be cooked until it is opaque and pink, but not overcooked, or it will become tough and rubbery.
  • Use a flavorful marinade. The marinade should help to enhance the flavor of the shrimp and keep it moist. Some good options include a mixture of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs, or a mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
  • Grill or pan-fry the shrimp. Grilling or pan-frying are both good ways to cook shrimp. If you're grilling the shrimp, make sure to preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If you're pan-frying the shrimp, use a large skillet with a little bit of oil.
  • Use fresh, high-quality tortillas. Fresh, high-quality tortillas will make a big difference in the overall flavor of the tacos. If you can, find a local tortilleria that makes fresh tortillas daily.
  • Load up the tacos with your favorite toppings. Some good options include shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, cilantro, and salsa. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or guacamole.

Conclusion:

Baja shrimp tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are packed with flavor and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these Baja shrimp tacos a try!

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