Shrimp Taco Bites
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Shrimp Taco Bites
Description
Shrimp Taco Bites begin with wonton wrappers brushed with olive oil and baked in a mini muffin tin until golden and crisp, forming small cup-shaped shells. The shrimp are seasoned with a blend of chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and cumin, then cooked in a hot skillet until lightly pink and firm but still tender. A lime sauce made with sour cream, lime juice, and a splash of milk adds a fresh, acidic component to balance the savory shrimp.
The bites offer a contrast of crunchy shells with soft, flavorful shrimp inside. They can be topped with shredded lettuce, Mexican cheese, or guacamole to add color and texture. This preparation suits casual gatherings or as a flavorful appetizer for guests. The shrimp’s spices give a mildly smoky and aromatic profile typical of taco flavors.
It is best to assemble the bites shortly before serving to preserve the crispness of the wonton shells, as the sauces and garnishes can soften them if left too long.
Ingredients
For the Shells
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Shrimp
- 24 Shrimp peeled and deveined, small or medium, raw
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
For the Lime Sauce
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon lime zest or juice
- Optional Garnishes
- lettuce shredded
- Mexican cheese shredded, for salsa
- guacamole
Instructions
For the Shells
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Brush both sides of each wonton wrapper lightly with olive oil placing them in a mini muffin tin and pressing them into the bottom of the tin to create a cup.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack. Cool for about 10 minutes.
For the Shrimp
- Combine the shrimp, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, and cumin together in a medium bowl.
- Stir until the shrimp are all coated with seasonings.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Then add one tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and heat the oil for one minute.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until they have turned light pink and slightly firm to the touch.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
For the Lime Sauce
- In a small bowl, add all of the ingredients and stir well to combine.
To Make the Bites
- Place a small amount of any desired optional garnishes to the bottom of each shell, ie lettuce, cheese, guacamole
- Next, place a shrimp on top of the garnishes with a shrimp
- Drizzle of small amount of lime sauce.
Notes
- Assemble and serve the shrimp taco bites soon after cooking to keep the wonton shells crisp.
- The wonton shells can become soft if left with sauces or garnishes for extended periods, so avoid making too far in advance.
- Optional garnishes like lettuce, cheese, and guacamole can be adjusted or omitted to taste.
- Nutritional information does not account for optional garnishes, so consider this if tracking intake.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 43 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1bite | |
| Calories | 43kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 93mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 21mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 56IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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