Shrimp with taco tartar sauce is a flavorful and versatile dish that combines the classic flavors of tacos with the delicate taste of shrimp. Whether you're looking for an easy weeknight meal or a fun appetizer, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table. With its combination of fresh ingredients and creamy sauce, this shrimp dish is a great way to add a little spice and excitement to your next meal.
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SHRIMP TACOS WITH BEST SHRIMP TACO SAUCE
These Shrimp Tacos are a must-try - loaded with plump juicy shrimp, crisp cabbage, avocado, cotija cheese, cilantro and a lime crema sauce that will win you over. We serve these over toasted tortillas.
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Thaw and pat dry shrimp with paper towels and place in a medium bowl. Add seasonings and garlic and stir to combine.
- Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil and add shrimp in a single layer. Sauté 1-2 minutes per side or just until cooked through. As soon as they are cooked through (white inside with some pink and red accents outside), transfer to a serving platter and set aside to cool.
- Toast 8 tortillas over an open gas stovetop flame on medium/low heat (about 10 seconds per side) until lightly charred on the edges (or on a medium-hot skillet or griddle) until golden brown in some spots (30 seconds per side).
- Thinly slice cabbage, dice the avocado, finely dice the red onion, and coarsley chop the cilantro. Add these to your serving platter along with lime wedges. Build tacos by arranging toppings and shrimp over each toasted tortilla.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients and serve with assembled shrimp tacos.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 163 mg, Sodium 849 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SHRIMP TACOS WITH JALAPENO TARTAR SAUCE
Shrimp and fish tacos are some of my favorite meals. Here is one that come together fast if you use prepackaged slaw mix and do all the chopping for the tartar sauce in the food processor. Found this recipe in Cuisine at Home.
Provided by SkinnyMinnie
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 8 tacos
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400.
- Stir together maynnaise, jalapenos, onion, cilantro, capers, and lime juice for the tartar sauce.
- Wrap tortilla in aluminum foil; warm them in the oven for 10 minute.
- Toss green and red cabbage in a bowl with 1 Tbs oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste; set asice.
- Mix chili powder with the 1 1/2 tsp salt; toss with shrimp. Sear shrimp in a large skillet in the remaining oil over high heat until shrimp are cooked through on both sides, about 3 min total.
- Serve shrimp inside a corn tortilla with cabbage and tartar sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.7, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 26.5, Sodium 608, Carbohydrate 16.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.1, Protein 4.5
MAC AND ERNIE'S FRIED SHRIMP WITH TARTAR SAUCE
Provided by Food Network
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Fill a heavy bottomed deep pan like a Dutch oven with peanut oil. Fit with a deep-frying thermometer and heat to 360 degrees F.
- Mix together the flour, pepper, salt, Cajun seasoning and onion powder in a bowl.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl, then slowly beat in the evaporated milk.
- Line a sheet pan with paper towels. Put a cooling rack on top.
- Dip some shrimp into the egg/evaporated milk mixture, then toss into the seasoned flour. Shake off excess flour. Slowly lower into hot oil and fry until golden brown and delicious, about 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to cooling rack. Let oil come back to 360 degrees F. Repeat with remaining shrimp, egg mixture and seasoned flour. Serve with Tartar Sauce.
- Mix together the mayonnaise, onion, pepper, dill relish, dillweed, pepper and sweet relish. Serve on the side with the shrimp.
EASY FRIED SHRIMP AND TARTAR SAUCE
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Pour the oil into a heavy-bottomed pot fitted with a deep-frying thermometer. Heat over medium-high heat to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and top with a cooling rack.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the rice flour and beer until a smooth batter is formed. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.
- Lightly salt the shrimp. Holding the tails, dip the shrimp into the batter to evenly coat on both sides.
- One by one, gently drop the battered shrimp into the hot oil. Fry, flipping once if necessary, until golden brown on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes. While frying the shrimp, be sure to monitor the temperature of the oil and maintain it at 375 degrees F. Transfer the fried shrimp to the cooling rack and sprinkle generously with salt.
- Serve the fried shrimp with Tartar Sauce for dipping.
- Mix the mayonnaise, dill, cornichons, vinegar, capers, mustard and some salt and pepper in a small bowl. Refrigerate until serving.
SHRIMP TACOS
I got the idea for these shrimp tacos from a favorite restaurant. The shrimp is sauteed in honey butter, topped with a delicious mango salsa, and wrapped in a tortilla. It tastes worth a million bucks yet is so simple. Everyone will be begging for more.
Provided by abewasabe
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 47m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Toss the mango, avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, onion, garlic, salt, and lime juice together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Melt the honey butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp; cook and stir until pink and opaque, 2 to 3 minutes.
- To serve, place a few shrimp onto a warm tortilla, top with mango salsa and fold up. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 566.8 calories, Carbohydrate 59.5 g, Cholesterol 187.5 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 950.7 mg, Sugar 14.9 g
GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS WITH CREAMY CILANTRO SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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:
- Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp. Look for shrimp that are firm, translucent, and have a mild, briny smell. Avoid shrimp that are discolored, slimy, or have a strong odor.
- Cook the shrimp properly. Shrimp should be cooked until they are opaque and pink. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
- Make the taco tartar sauce ahead of time. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve the shrimp with your favorite taco toppings. Some popular options include shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, guacamole, and sour cream.
- Enjoy! Shrimp with taco tartar sauce is a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for any occasion.
Conclusion:
Shrimp with taco tartar sauce is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a festive appetizer for a party, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a new way to enjoy shrimp, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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