01/05/2025
🌮 ZESTY CILANTRO LIME SHRIMP TACOS WITH CREAMY AVOCADO SAUCE 🥑🌶️
INGREDIENTS:
For the Shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lime, zested and juiced
For the Creamy Avocado Sauce:
1 ripe avocado
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
For the Tacos:
8 small flour tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges for serving
INSTRUCTIONS:
STEP 1: PREPARE THE CREAMY AVOCADO SAUCE
- In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and cilantro. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
STEP 2: SEASON THE SHRIMP
- In a large bowl, mix the shrimp with avocado oil, chili powder, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, minced garlic, lime zest, and lime juice. Toss well to ensure the shrimp are evenly coated.
STEP 3: COOK THE SHRIMP
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and fully cooked.
STEP 4: WARM THE TORTILLAS
- In a separate skillet, warm the flour tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until they are soft and pliable.
STEP 5: ASSEMBLE TACOS
- On each tortilla, layer a handful of shredded lettuce, a few shrimp, and a drizzle of creamy avocado sauce. Top with additional cilantro if desired.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 4
Enjoy! 🌮🥑🌶️