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Shrimp Taco Bites

Shrimp Taco Bites are bite-size delicious appetizers! The shrimp is marinated in a honey lime mixture that packs them full of flavor. These taco bites are perfect for any celebration!

Prep Time
1 hr 15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings: 24 taco bites
Course: Appetizer , Snacks , Lunch , Others
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

MARINADE
  • 24 large raw shrimp peeled, deveined and tails-off
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 Tablespoons honey
  • juice of 2 small limes
  • Zest of one lime
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
FOR BITES
  • 24 scoops tortilla chips
  • 1 container (16 ounces) sour cream
  • 1 large avocado diced
  • 1 cup salsa
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish optional

Instructions

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  1. Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a large zip-lock bag. Once combined, add the shrimp. Squeeze the air out of the bag and seal shut. Place bag in the fridge to marinate for 1 hour.
  2. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place shrimp in skillet with half of the marinade. (Discard remaining marinade.) Cook shrimp for 2 minutes. Flip over and cook on other side for 1 to 2 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and curled. Remove from heat.
  3. Take one scoop tortilla chip and top with 1 teaspoon sour cream, and 1 teaspoon avocado. Place one cooked shrimp over the top. Top with a little salsa and cilantro, if desired. Repeat. Serve immediately and enjoy!