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Delicious Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Lime Crema

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These shrimp tacos are flavorful, easy to make, and perfect for a quick meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 avocado
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Gather and prepare all ingredients, rinse and dry shrimp, chop cilantro, and slice jalapeño.
  2. In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; let marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. Blend avocado, sour cream, lime juice, and salt until smooth to make the avocado lime crema.
  4. Cook marinated shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  5. Warm corn tortillas in a pan or oven until pliable.
  6. Assemble tacos with shrimp, drizzle avocado lime crema, and top with cilantro and jalapeños.
  7. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

  • For a spicier flavor, add more jalapeños or use a hotter chili powder.
  • Leftover avocado crema can be stored in the refrigerator for a day or two.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg