How to Make Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of spicy and flavorful dishes, then you're in for a treat with these Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado. This recipe is perfect for anyone who loves Mexican food and wants to add a little kick to their taco night. The combination of spicy shrimp, creamy avocado, and fresh toppings makes these tacos a surefire hit with everyone at the dinner table.

What really sets these tacos apart is the delicious seasoning for the shrimp. The shrimp is marinated in a zesty blend of spic...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 16 (5 inch) corn tortillas
  • 2 cups tomatillo salsa
  • 1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and chopped
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 16 tacos

  • Combine shrimp, 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper in a bowl; toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place shrimp mixture in the skillet and cook until pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with lime juice.
  • Heat tortillas on an ungreased skillet over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 seconds each. Turn and heat for another 5 to 10 seconds. Fill the heated tortillas with cooked shrimp. Top with tomatillo salsa, avocado, and sour cream. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    568 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 185mg
    • Sodium: 1332mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 58g
    • Dietary Fiber: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 191mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1038mg