The Ultimate Shrimp Tacos

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These zesty, tangy shrimp tacos with mango jicama slaw are the perfect easy weeknight dinner and easy to make. Made with fresh shrimp, avocado crema, and a crunchy jicama mango salad, they are a great option for a light, satisfying meal. Whether you're hosting a BBQ, a casual gathering, or celebrating Cinco de Mayo, these tacos will impress!

Prep Time20

Cook Time8

Total Time28

Course: Dinner, lunch, Main Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Shrimp tacos, The ultimate shrimp tacos

Servings:

Calories: 200kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

2 lbs Shrimps large, wild caught
3 tbsp Avocado oil
1 tbsp Chili powder
1/2 tsp Onion powder
3 cloves Garlic minced
1 Lime large, juiced
1/4 cup Cilantro chopped

Additions

Cilantro for garnish
Tortillas
Coleslaw on my blog
Mango Jicama salad on my blog
Salsas on my blog
Cojita cheese
Avocado crema on my blog

Instructions

Marinate the Shrimp: Start by cleaning and deveining the fresh shrimp. Place them in a large bowl and toss them with avocado oil, chili powder, minced garlic, onion powder and a squeeze of lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
Prepare the Jicama Mango Slaw: Chop the jicama and mango into small pieces. Combine them in a medium bowl with cilantro and a little lime juice for a crunchy, sweet, and tangy salad.
Prepare the Avocado Crema: Blend sour cream or Greek yogurt with avocado, lime juice, and a pinch of garlic powder and onion powder in a food processor. Set aside.
Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the shrimp in a single layer. Sauté for 1-2 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Be sure not to overcook them—shrimp cook fast!
Warm the Tortillas: While the shrimp are cooking, warm them over an open flame or in a pan until they are soft and slightly charred.
Assemble the Tacos: Place a few shrimp on each tortilla, top with a generous serving of cabbage slaw and mango jicama salad, drizzle with avocado crema, and sprinkle with cotija cheese for a tangy finish. Serve with lime wedges on the side for extra fresh lime juice.

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