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Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema

Savory Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Avocado Crema Delight

Delight in Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema, a quick, zesty, and healthy dinner option.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste teaspoon salt
  • to taste teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
For the Tortillas and Crema
  • 8 pieces corn or flour tortillas
  • 0.5 cup sour cream or Mexican crema can substitute with dairy-free yogurt
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 clove minced garlic
For Toppings and Serving
  • 1 cup fresh toppings (cilantro, sliced radish, diced red onion) to taste
  • 4 pieces lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together chili powder, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss the large shrimp in this flavorful mixture until evenly coated.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  3. While the shrimp are cooling, combine ripe avocados, sour cream or Mexican crema, fresh cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt in a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Warm the corn or flour tortillas on a skillet until soft and pliable. Fill each tortilla with the cooked shrimp and drizzle avocado crema on top.
  5. Present the tacos on a platter, garnishing with lime wedges and squeeze fresh lime juice over each taco before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure the skillet is heated properly to give a good sear; adjust the thickness of avocado crema with water or lime juice if needed.

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