Description
These Chipotle Lime Shrimp Tacos are a fantastic weeknight meal, bursting with spicy, zesty flavor. They are so simple to make, but the taste is anything but ordinary.
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
12 small corn or flour tortillas
Your favorite toppings, such as shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, lime wedges, and sour cream
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, minced chipotle peppers, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
Heat a large skillet or grill over medium-high heat.
Place the shrimp in the hot skillet or on the grill in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Remove the shrimp from the heat.
Warm the tortillas according to package directions.
Fill each tortilla with the cooked shrimp and your favorite toppings.
Serve immediately.
Notes
Don’t overcook: Overcooked shrimp become tough, so watch closely and remove them from the heat as soon as they turn pink and opaque.
Adjust the Spice: Start with less chipotle pepper and add more to taste, depending on your preferred level of heat.
Prep Ahead: The marinade can be made ahead of time, even the day before, to save time on a busy evening. Marinating the shrimp for at least 30 minutes adds more flavor.
Warm Tortillas Properly: Always warm your tortillas. This makes them more flexible for easy folding and enhances their flavor.
Season Generously: Don’t shy away from seasoning the shrimp generously with salt and pepper. This enhances the overall flavors of the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 20g