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Shrimp Taco Bites
5 from 18 votes

Shrimp Taco Bites

Shrimp Taco Bites are small, crisp wonton cups filled with seasoned shrimp cooked until tender and pink, accompanied by a tangy lime sauce made with sour cream and lime juice. The combination provides a crispy texture from the baked wonton shells contrasted with juicy, spiced shrimp. Optional garnishes like shredded lettuce, Mexican cheese, and guacamole add freshness and creaminess, making these bites practical for appetizers or party snacks where handheld portions are preferred.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 24
Calories: 43 kcal
Course: Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine: American, Mexican

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
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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. 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.
  3. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges.
  4. Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack. Cool for about 10 minutes.
For the Shrimp
  1. Combine the shrimp, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, and cumin together in a medium bowl.
  2. Stir until the shrimp are all coated with seasonings.
  3. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Then add one tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and heat the oil for one minute.
  5. 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.
  6. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
For the Lime Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, add all of the ingredients and stir well to combine.
To Make the Bites
  1. Place a small amount of any desired optional garnishes to the bottom of each shell, ie lettuce, cheese, guacamole
  2. Next, place a shrimp on top of the garnishes with a shrimp
  3. 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

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 43

% 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.