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Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Avocado Crema

Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Avocado Crema in Under 30 Minutes

Delicious Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Avocado Crema are quick to make and packed with flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp Marinade
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh and peeled
  • 2 teaspoons Dark Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh is best
For the Avocado Crema
  • 1 large Avocado Ripe
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Olive oil is a suitable alternative
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Chopped, adjust heat
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Sour cream is an alternative
For the Tacos
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage Mix of green and purple
  • 8 small Tortillas Flour or corn
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro For garnish
  • 2 wedges Lime For serving

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • food processor
  • cast-iron skillet
  • large bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together dark chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and fresh lime juice. Add the raw, peeled shrimp, ensuring they're evenly coated in the spicy marinade. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for no more than 30 minutes.
  2. In a food processor, combine ripe avocado, fresh cilantro, chopped jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, Greek yogurt, avocado oil, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, adjusting consistency with a splash of water if needed.
  3. In a large bowl, toss shredded green and purple cabbage with a few spoonfuls of the prepared avocado crema until well coated and slightly tender.
  4. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of avocado oil and place the marinated shrimp in the pan. Cook for 4-6 minutes until pink and cooked through.
  5. Warm your tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Layer cooked shrimp in each tortilla, top with cabbage slaw and drizzle with avocado crema. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacosCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best taste. Marination should not exceed 30 minutes to avoid rubbery shrimp.

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