Classic 20-Minute Lemon Shrimp Tacos
These classic lemon shrimp tacos are ready in just 20 minutes, featuring succulent shrimp seasoned with paprika, cumin, and chili powder, all nestled in warm corn tortillas with fresh toppings.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Small bowl (for crema)
- Cutting board
- Knife
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 lb Large raw shrimp, peeled & deveined (≈ 450 g)
Taco Seasoning
- 2 Tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 Tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- ½ tsp Ground cumin
- ¼ tsp Chili powder
- ½ tsp Salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp Black pepper
Taco Components
- 8 (6-inch) Corn tortillas
- 1 cup Red cabbage, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Mango, diced
- ¼ cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Avocado, sliced
Creamy Topping
- ¼ cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsp Lime juice (for crema)
- Pinch Salt (for crema)
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Shrimp
- Pat shrimp dry and season with paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Cook the Shrimp
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Stir in lemon juice and zest, then remove from heat.
Warm Tortillas and Prepare Toppings
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Prepare toppings like cabbage, mango, cilantro, onion, and avocado.
Assemble Tacos
- In a small bowl, combine sour cream, lime juice, and a pinch of salt for the crema. Load warm tortillas with shrimp, desired toppings, and a drizzle of the crema and hot sauce (if using).
Serve
- Serve immediately and enjoy your classic 20-minute lemon shrimp tacos!
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp for 10 minutes before cooking. Adjust spice levels to your preference by adding more or less chili powder/hot sauce. These tacos are best served fresh.