These Blackened Shrimp Tacos are a flavorful and vibrant dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend meal.
Blackened Shrimp Tacos Recipe
Posted by : Captain Finley / On : Jul 09, 2024
Blackened Shrimp Tacos Recipe
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Category
seafood
Cuisine
mexican
Servings
4
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
These Blackened Shrimp Tacos are a flavorful and vibrant dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend meal. Succulent shrimp are marinated in a blend of bold spices and seared to perfection, then nestled in warm tortillas. Topped with crisp red cabbage, juicy tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and creamy avocado slices, these tacos are a delightful mix of textures and flavors. A tangy lime sauce adds a refreshing finish, making each bite irresistible. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe serves 4 and brings a taste of coastal cuisine to your table.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp blackened seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
for the shrimp
For the tacos
For the sauce
Directions
Prep the shrimp
In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, blackened seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the shrimp evenly. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
make sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, hot sauce (if using), salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Cook the shrimp
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer (you may need to cook them in batches). Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat.
Assemble the tacos
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Place a few shrimp on each tortilla. Top with shredded red cabbage, diced tomatoes, cilantro, red onion, and avocado slices. Drizzle with the prepared sauce.Serve with lime wedges on the side.
