James Taylor
@jatayl
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos
These Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos are a delightful and fresh dish, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering. The shrimp are sautéed with garlic and spices, then served in warm corn tortillas with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and easy preparation of this delicious seafood taco recipe!
Details
- Cuisine:mexican
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:pescatarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:10
- Views:7
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time30 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 tablespoons, divided
- 1 clove, finely chopped
- 1 (16 ounce) package, thawed, peeled, and deveined
- 1 small bunch, chopped, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- to taste
- to taste
- 4 (6 inch), or more to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos.
Step 1
To start your delicious shrimp taco adventure, grab a skillet and warm up 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Step 2
Once the oil is shimmering, toss in the chopped garlic and let it sauté for about 2 minutes, or until it turns a lovely golden color and fills your kitchen with a mouthwatering aroma.
Step 3
Next, add the thawed shrimp to the skillet along with one-third of the chopped cilantro, seasoned salt, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
Step 4
Give everything a good stir and let it cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until the shrimp are perfectly opaque and heated through.
Step 5
Meanwhile, in another skillet, pour in the remaining olive oil and heat it over medium heat.
Step 6
Take a corn tortilla and place it in the skillet, cooking it for about 90 seconds on each side until it’s warm and slightly crispy.
Step 7
Repeat this for each tortilla, creating a delightful base for your shrimp.
Step 8
Once your shrimp mixture is ready, spoon it generously onto the warm tortillas and sprinkle the remaining cilantro on top for a fresh finish.
Step 9
Serve these vibrant shrimp tacos immediately and enjoy a burst of flavor in every bite!.