15 Minute Shrimp Tacos

Name: 15 Minute Shrimp Tacos
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 6 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1 lb. fresh or defrosted frozen shrimp; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 1/2 tbsp taco seasoning; Or, make your own taco seasoning by combining: 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp smoked paprika and sea salt flakes, to taste; ½ cup Sriracha sauce; ½ cup mayonnaise; 1 minced garlic clove; 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice; sea salt flakes; 2-3 cup shredded lettuce and cabbage; 8 corn tortillas; Lime wedges; Optional toppings – avocado, chopped cilantro, jalapeños, shredded cheese

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Prep Time
8 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Servings
4
Calories
342 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American, Mexican

15 Minute Shrimp Tacos

Jasper Henson

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This Easy Shrimp Tacos recipe is a quick and simple dinner that the whole family will love!

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Ingredients

Servings

for the shrimp

1 lb. fresh or defrosted frozen shrimp peeled, deveined and tails removed
1 tbsp olive oil plus 2 teaspoons extra for frying
1 1/2 tbsp taco seasoning
Or, make your own taco seasoning by combining: 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp smoked paprika and sea salt flakes, to taste.

for the sriracha mayo

½ cup Sriracha sauce
½ cup mayonnaise
1 minced garlic clove or 1/3 tsp garlic powder
1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
sea salt flakes to taste

for the tacos

2-3 cup shredded lettuce and cabbage can mix in some other greens like spinach
8 corn tortillas
Lime wedges
Optional toppings – avocado, chopped cilantro, jalapeños, shredded cheese

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Instructions

To Make On The Stovetop

Dry shrimp and place in a mixing bowl.
Add spices and oil and mix until well coated.
Heat oil a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp are cooked through.
Warm tortillas according to package instructions.
Make the sriracha mayo by adding all ingredients to mixing bowl and stirring until combined
Assemble tacos by filling each tortilla with shredded lettuce and cabbage, cooked shrimp, desired toppings and the sriracha mayo.

To Make In The Air Fryer

Preheat the air fryer to 350F / 180C.
Dry the shrimp and place in a mixing bowl.
Add the olive oil and taco seasoning to the shrimp and mix until well coated.
Cook for 5-8 mins, turning shrimp halfway through. Since air fryer temperatures can vary, start with less time and then add more as needed.
Warm tortillas according to package instructions.
Assemble tortillas with cabbage, cooked shrimp, and desired toppings and sriracha mayo.

To Make On The Grill

Preheat the grill or barbecue to medium.
Oil the grill plate (make sure to use an oil approved for your dietary considerations).
Place shrimp on a griddle on the hot barbecue or grill.
Cook for 2-3 mins on each side until they are cooked through.
Warm the tortillas according to package instructions.
Assemble tacos by adding cabbage, cooked shrimp, desired toppings, and sriracha mayo to the tortillas.

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Notes

There are 7 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of these shrimp tacos.
Drying the shrimp before cooking helps remove excess water and improve the texture.
Buying shrimp that’s already been peeled and deveined will save you lots of prep time in the kitchen.
Make sure frozen shrimp is fully thawed before cooking to avoid uneven cook rates as well as having excess water in the pan which will boil the shrimp instead of frying.
Avoid crowding the skillet as that contributes to the shrimp getting “boiled” and not fried. Cook in two batches if necessary.
It's important to not overcook shrimp. Once it has turned opaque, the shrimp is done.
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Nutrition Information

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Calories 342kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 290mg (97%) Sodium 2003mg (83%) Potassium 290mg (8%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 314IU (6%) Vitamin C 43mg (48%) Calcium 221mg (22%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 342 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	342kcal	17%
Carbohydrates	30g	10%
Protein	27g	54%
Fat	13g	20%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Cholesterol	290mg	97%
Sodium	2003mg	83%
Potassium	290mg	6%
Fiber	5g	20%
Sugar	3g	6%
Vitamin A	314IU	6%
Vitamin C	43mg	48%
Calcium	221mg	22%
Iron	3mg	17%