Name: Shrimp Tacos
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp cumin; Salt and pepper to taste; 8 small corn tortillas; 1 cup cabbage, shredded; 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped; 1 lime, cut into wedges; Salsa or hot sauce (optional)

Shrimp Tacos

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Delicious shrimp tacos featuring spiced shrimp, fresh cabbage, and zesty lime, perfect for any occasion.

Author: ameliasweet7643
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Pescatarian

Ingredients

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1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn tortillas
1 cup cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges
Salsa or hot sauce (optional)

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Instructions

Mix the Marinade: In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Sauté the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and curled.
Warm the Tortillas: Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave before assembling.
Assemble the Tacos: Place shrimp on each tortilla, top with cabbage and cilantro, and squeeze lime over the top.
Serve It Up: Serve with salsa or hot sauce if desired.

Notes

Make sure shrimp are fully thawed and patted dry before marinading. Consider variations like grilled chicken or crispy tofu.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos
Calories: 300
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 180mg

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