Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema
These vibrant tacos feature succulent shrimp coated in a smoky-spicy blend, served in warm tortillas and finished with a creamy, cooling avocado crema. Ready in under 30 minutes, they make a lively weeknight dinner or party platter that balances heat and freshness.
Ingredients
450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Juice of half a lime
Ingredients for avocado crema
1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Pinch of salt
Ingredients for assembly
8 small corn or flour tortillas
½ cup shredded cabbage or slaw mix
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne, garlic powder, salt, pepper and lime juice until the shrimp are evenly coated.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and just opaque. Remove from heat and keep warm.
Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor combine avocado, sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic and salt. Blend until smooth and adjust seasoning if needed.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a low-flame burner until pliable and slightly charred at the edges.
Spread a spoonful of avocado crema across each tortilla. Top with a few shrimp, a sprinkle of shredded cabbage and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
For extra depth stir a teaspoon of adobo sauce from canned chipotles into the shrimp seasoning blend. If you prefer a dairy-free crema, substitute coconut yogurt for sour cream. To keep tortillas warm when serving a crowd wrap them in a clean kitchen towel. Leftover crema can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two days; stir before using.
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