Spicy Shrimp Tacos
Learn how to make spicy shrimp tacos at home with simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions. Ready in 30 minutes!
Servings 6 tacos
Calories 261kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Argentinian red shrimp
- 1 tbsp adobo seasoning @eatloisa
- 2 tsp cumin ground
- 2 tsp white pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tbsp paprika
- ½ tbsp chili powder
- pinch salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
- Cabbage shredded
- 1 handful Queso fresco
- 6 Corn tortillas
- Salsa optional
Instructions
Let's Begin!
- Wash the shrimp and pat them dry.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the shrimp along with the adobo seasoning, ground cumin, white pepper, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the shrimp evenly.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of avocado oil in a medium-large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is heated, add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are fully cooked.
- While the shrimp are cooking, assemble your tacos. Warm the corn tortillas and layer them with the cabbage blend, cooked shrimp, salsa (if desired), and queso fresco.
- Enjoy your delicious cast-iron shrimp tacos!
Notes
- Don't overcrowd the skillet — cook shrimp in batches for best results
- Avoid overcooking the shrimp to prevent a rubbery texture
- Toast tortillas over an open flame or in a dry skillet for extra flavor
- Shrimp can be seasoned up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated until ready to cook
Nutrition
Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 244mg | Sodium: 213mg | Potassium: 505mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 495IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 2mg