Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema – A Flavor-Packed Street Eats Staple
Crispy-tender shrimp marinated in bold spices, paired with a cool, creamy avocado crema and vibrant toppings. These quick 30-minute tacos deliver a spicy, tangy, and fresh street food experience with customizable flair.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 8–10 tacos 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Pescetarian
Ingredients
1 lb shrimp (uncooked, peeled, deveined, tails removed)
1 tsp chili powder (dark)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp garlic (minced) OR 1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp kosher salt
Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tsp)
3 tbsp avocado oil
1 medium avocado (pitted and scooped)
1/2 cup cilantro (fresh, chopped)
1 jalapeño (seeds removed and chopped)
3 cloves garlic (peeled)
3 tbsp lime juice
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 tbsp water
1 cup shredded green cabbage
1 cup shredded purple cabbage
8–10 small flour or corn tortillas
Fresh cilantro
Lime wedges
Instructions
Whisk chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, lime juice, and avocado oil in a bowl. Add shrimp, toss to coat, and chill for 30 minutes.
Combine avocado, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, yogurt, avocado oil, water, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Add 1 tbsp water if needed for consistency.
Shred both cabbages and toss with 1/3 of the avocado crema.
Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.
Warm tortillas in the oven or over an open flame until pliable.
Assemble tacos with cooked shrimp, sautéed cabbage slaw, remaining avocado crema, and a squeeze of lime. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Customize with optional toppings like diced mango or radishes
Use a food processor for a smooth crema texture
Adjust jalapeño seeds to control spice levels
Serve with extra lime wedges for acidity
Store leftover crema in the refrigerator for up to 2 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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