Best 3 Sweet And Spicy Shrimp Tacos Recipes

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey that combines the sweet and spicy flavors of succulent shrimp, encased in a warm tortilla. embark on a flavor adventure as we explore the art of creating tantalizing sweet and spicy shrimp tacos. With a harmonious blend of sweet and savory ingredients, these tacos promise an unforgettable dining experience that will leave you craving for more.

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

SWEET N' SPICY SHRIMP LETTUCE TACOS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 heads Bibb lettuce or 1 head iceberg lettuce
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 ear corn, kernels scraped from cob or 1/2 to 3/4 cup frozen organic kernels, defrosted
Salt and pepper
Salt and pepper
2 pounds shrimp, deveined and tails removed, coarsely chopped or halved
3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 inch fresh ginger
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar, white wine vinegar or distilled vinegar
1 lime, juiced and zested
2 tablespoons agave syrup
1 to 2 tablespoons Sriracha
1 avocado, diced
1 small bunch scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish
Cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Separate the lettuce into cups and reserve.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the canola oil in a skillet and saute the corn over medium-high heat until light golden at edges. Season with salt and pepper. To the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook until the shrimp begin to turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger and seafood seasoning and toss 1 to 2 minutes. Add the vinegar and heads up ¿ keep your head back to avoid a sinus attack! Add in the lime zest, agave and Sriracha. Toss and remove to a serving plate.
  • Dress the avocado with the lime juice.
  • Serve the shrimp with the lettuce for taco building. Fill the lettuce with the shrimp and top with scallions, avocado and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calorie, Fat 20 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 341 milligrams, Sodium 659 milligrams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 49 grams, Sugar 11 grams

SPICY SHRIMP TACOS



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Spicy sauteed shrimp are served in soft tacos with chopped mango, red onion, and a drizzle of kicked-up Ranch dressing.

Provided by Mission Foods

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Mission®

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 Mission® Small/Fajita Super Soft Flour Tortillas
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup diced fresh mango
½ cup diced red onion
½ cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
½ cup Ranch dressing
Fresh lime wedges, as needed

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the ranch dressing and Sriracha. Reserve refrigerated.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, combine shrimp, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and lime juice. Toss to combine.
  • Heat a saute pan over medium high heat until hot. Add olive oil, then the shrimp, and saute until pink and cooked through (about 2 to 3 minutes), turning often to cook evenly.
  • To assemble tacos, place about 4 warm shrimp into each tortilla and top with 1 tbsp. diced mango and 1 tbsp. diced onions. Drizzle with Sriracha ranch dressing and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges to be squeezed over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 825.9 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 360.7 mg, Fat 44.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 46.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 2749.9 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

BUFFALO SHRIMP WITH SWEET POTATO GRITS



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Combining three of the South's most treasured dishes, makes for a fast, easy, delicious dish to serve for breakfast or lunch! Shrimp and Grits is classic southern comfort food meal at its best. Spicy shrimp topped on a bed of creamy cheesey grits. But this dish takes it a step further by adding another southern staple- sweat potato! Rich and smooth and thick without heavy cream. One bite and your guests will be smiling ear to ear! -Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 can (16 ounces) cut sweet potatoes in syrup, drained and mashed
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese
1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup Buffalo wing sauce
Sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook grits according to package directions. Stir in mashed sweet potatoes, butter, salt and pepper until heated through; stir in cheese until melted. , Toss shrimp with paprika and cayenne pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add shrimp; cook until shrimp turn pink and become opaque, about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in Buffalo sauce and heat through. Serve shrimp over grits. If desired, top with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 837mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp that is deveined and peeled.
  • To make the shrimp tacos even more flavorful, marinate the shrimp in the sweet and spicy sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the shrimp in a skillet over medium heat until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the shrimp tacos with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, and sour cream.

Conclusion:

Sweet and spicy 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. Whether you are looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun party appetizer, these shrimp tacos are sure to be a hit.

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