Blackened Shrimp Tacos
Delicious Blackened Shrimp Tacos filled with juicy shrimp, fresh toppings, and vibrant flavors, perfect for summer evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil and Cajun seasoning until well coated.
- Sauté the shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the shrimp. Cook until they are pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Warm the tortillas: In a separate skillet or microwave, warm the tortillas until they’re pliable.
- Assemble the tacos: Spread a layer of cabbage in each tortilla, pile on the seasoned shrimp, and top with diced tomatoes and cilantro.
- Serve with a smile: Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra layer of flavor.
Notes
These tacos can be customized with additional toppings and pair well with Mexican rice or corn salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
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