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Easy Chile Lime Shrimp Tacos


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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Quick, flavorful shrimp tacos with a tangy chile-lime marinade and two delicious homemade sauces, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering.


Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (zest before juicing)

½ teaspoon chili powder

½ teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika

½ teaspoon garlic powder or 2 cloves garlic, finely minced

½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt

¼ to ½ teaspoon fresh lime zest

Pinch cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes, optional

1 pound raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed

1 medium avocado, peeled and pit removed

¼ cup olive oil

¼ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt

¼ cup water

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

2 cloves garlic, finely minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

½ cup loosely packed cilantro

Salt and pepper to taste

½ cup mayonnaise

½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt

2 tablespoons sriracha or other hot sauce

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

2 cloves garlic, finely minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

6-inch corn or flour tortillas

Cotija or queso fresco cheese

Fresh lime wedges

Avocado slices

Thinly sliced cabbage or romaine lettuce


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Avocado Sauce: Blend together the avocado, olive oil, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), water, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add additional water to adjust the consistency to your liking. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. Make the Spicy Garlic Lime Sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), sriracha, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Marinate the Shrimp: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, garlic, salt, cayenne pepper (optional), and lime zest. Drizzle over the shrimp and toss until evenly coated.
  4. Cook the Shrimp: Heat a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp in an even layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked through.
  5. Assemble the Tacos: Serve the cooked shrimp in tortillas with shredded cabbage or lettuce. Top with a spoonful of each sauce, crumbled cotija or queso fresco cheese, avocado slices, and fresh lime wedges.

Notes

  • Frozen Shrimp: You can use thawed frozen shrimp for this recipe.
  • Vegetarian Version: Swap shrimp with grilled vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and zucchini for a plant-based alternative.
  • Taco Shell Options: Use flour tortillas, lettuce wraps, or soft taco shells if preferred.
  • Extra Heat: Add more cayenne pepper or sriracha for spicier tacos.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 570mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg