Spicy Shrimp Tacos
Take your taste buds on a culinary adventure with these fiery and flavorful shrimp tacos. The succulent shrimp, zesty salsa, and tangy slaw create the perfect balance of heat and coolness in every bite. Get ready to tantalize your senses and satisfy your taco cravings like never before!
ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to preference)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 10 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
steps
- 1.
Preheat the grill or stovetop pan.
- 2.
In a bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and toss to coat.
- 3.
Grill the shrimp over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 4.
Warm the tortillas on the grill or stovetop, about 30 seconds per side.
- 5.
In a separate bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and hot sauce (if desired) to create a creamy sauce.
- 6.
Assemble the tacos by placing a few shrimp on each tortilla.
- 7.
Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and red onion.
- 8.
Drizzle with the creamy sauce and squeeze fresh lime juice over the toppings.
- 9.
Serve the tacos immediately with lime wedges on the side.
