Made with AI
Spicy Garlic Shrimp Tacos
Ingredients
- large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 lb
- garlic, minced4 cloves
- red pepper flakes1/2 tsp
- olive oil1 tbsp
- smoked paprika1 tsp
- cumin1/2 tsp
- lime, juiced1 whole
- saltto taste
- corn tortillasas needed
- avocado slicesas needed
- cabbage slawas needed
- cilantro for garnishas needed
- sour cream or crema, optionalas needed
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp with minced garlic, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, cumin, and the juice of one lime. Season with salt to taste and toss to coat evenly.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Avoid overcooking to keep the shrimp tender.
- 3
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave, keeping them covered with a damp cloth to stay moist.
- 4
Assemble the tacos by placing a few shrimp on each tortilla, followed by avocado slices, cabbage slaw, and a dollop of sour cream or crema if desired.
- 5
Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve immediately with additional lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.
