Best 3 Shrimp Tacos With Cilantro Lime Crema Recipes

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Shrimp tacos with cilantro lime crema are a delightful dish that blend the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the succulent sweetness of shrimp. The tender, juicy shrimp are coated in a flavorful marinade, grilled or pan-seared to perfection, and nestled in warm tortillas. The combination of textures and flavors in this dish is truly captivating, with the crispy tortillas, tender shrimp, and creamy, tangy cilantro lime crema creating a harmonious symphony of tastes.

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SHRIMP TACOS WITH CILANTRO-LIME CREMA



Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Crema image

Fresh and quick shrimp tacos that are perfect for any day!

Provided by chrispcooks

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 pounds large frozen peeled and deveined shrimp, thawed
1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon freshly minced garlic
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon grated Valencia orange zest
2 tablespoons olive oil, or more as needed
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 lime, zested and juiced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper
20 (6 inch) corn tortillas
2 avocados, thinly sliced, or to taste
1 red onion, finely diced, or to taste
½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped, or to taste
1 jalapeno pepper, diced, or to taste
2 limes, cut into wedges, or as needed

Steps:

  • Rinse defrosted shrimp under cold water, drain, and pat dry.
  • Combine shrimp, chili powder, garlic, paprika, cumin, onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, coriander, and orange zest in a bowl. Mix well.
  • Heat olive oil in nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 4 to 5 minutes on each side, depending on the size of the shrimp.
  • While shrimp cooks, prepare crema by whisking together sour cream, zest and juice of 1 lime, 1 teaspoon cilantro, garlic powder, and 1 pinch each of salt and black pepper.
  • Heat corn tortillas in either a pan or on a griddle over low heat, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Be careful not to let them burn. Set aside.
  • Assemble tacos by spreading 1 teaspoon crema across each tortilla, adding 3 or 4 shrimp, 2 slices of avocado, a sprinkle of fresh red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno. Serve with sliced limes to squeeze on top and extra crema on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 162.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

LIME SHRIMP TACOS WITH MANGO SALSA



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Lime shrimp tacos are a perfect summery dish with a lot of flavors you'll love! It can be be low fat if you use little oil or butter. You can also add cheese and sour cream, if you like.

Provided by Halla Farhat

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound cooked small shrimp
1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
salt to taste
2 tomatoes, diced
1 mango, diced
1 avocado, diced
½ green bell pepper, diced
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 green chile pepper, diced
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 cups chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup tequila
3 tablespoons lime juice
12 warm corn tortillas, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine shrimp, olive oil, garlic, and salt in a bowl. Let sit while you prepare the salsa.
  • Combine tomatoes, mango, avocado, bell pepper, 3 tablespoons lime juice, chile pepper, and sugar in a bowl. Mix until salsa is evenly combined.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir until moisture evaporates, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in cilantro, tequila, and 3 tablespoons lime juice.
  • Serve hot shrimp and salsa over corn tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.8 calories, Carbohydrate 54.2 g, Cholesterol 221.3 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 10.9 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 348.3 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS WITH CREAMY CILANTRO SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY



Grilled Shrimp Tacos With Creamy Cilantro Sauce Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: shrimp, paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, skewers, olive oil, corn tortillas, sour cream, fresh cilantro, lime zest, salt, lime juice, green cabbage, red cabbage, jalapeño, lime wedge, fresh cilantro

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 lb shrimp, deveined & tails removed
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon salt
24 skewers, bamboo or metal
4 tablespoons olive oil
24 corn tortillas
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
1 teaspoon lime zest
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 ½ cups green cabbage
1 ½ cups red cabbage
1 tablespoon jalapeño, minced
lime wedge
fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, season shrimp with paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes, and salt. Toss gently to combine.
  • Using 2 bamboo or metal skewers, poke through the top and bottom of the shrimp and push down to the bottom of the skewer.
  • Add 3 more shrimp to the same skewer and repeat until all of the shrimp are used.
  • Right before you put the shrimp on the grill, brush each skewer with a generous amount of olive oil, to prevent sticking.
  • Grill over high heat for 3 minutes, brush the top side with more olive oil, flip, and let cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  • Remove from skewers & set aside for taco assembly.
  • In a bowl, combine all creamy cilantro sauce ingredients. Stir well to combine.
  • In a large bowl, combine green cabbage, red cabbage, and minced jalapeño. Pour half of the sour cream mixture over the cabbage, saving the other half for extra sauce to put on the tacos.
  • Assemble the tacos on corn tortillas. Add the cabbage mixture, followed by the shrimp. Top with the creamy cilantro sauce, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the shrimp in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Be sure to marinate the shrimp for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp, or they will become tough.
  • To make the cilantro lime crema, simply whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the shrimp tacos with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

Shrimp tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give shrimp tacos a try!

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