Easy • Seafood
Quick Chili Lime Shrimp Tacos
These zesty chili lime shrimp tacos come together in a flash, perfect for a flavorful and quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 8 min
- Servings
- 3
- Level
- Easy
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Craving tacos but short on time? These Quick Chili Lime Shrimp Tacos are about to become your new weeknight obsession! Tender, succulent shrimp are quickly pan-seared with a vibrant chili-lime seasoning, then piled into warm tortillas with fresh toppings. It’s a burst of fresh, zesty flavor that feels like a fiesta, but comes together in mere minutes. Get ready for a delicious, speedy meal!
Ingredients
Yield: 3 servings
For the Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails off
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tacos
- 8-10 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
- Extra lime wedges for serving
Preparation
Step 1
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Step 2
Heat a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding).
Step 3
Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook. Remove cooked shrimp from the pan.
Step 4
Warm tortillas according to package directions (in a dry skillet, microwave, or oven) until pliable and warm.
Step 5
Assemble tacos by placing a small amount of shredded cabbage in each warm tortilla. Top with chili-lime shrimp, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, if using. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.
Tips
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking shrimp; it will steam instead of sear.
- For a creamy sauce, mix a little hot sauce into your sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Add quick pickled red onions for an extra zing and crunch.
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