Shrimp Tacos Recipe – With Homemade Taco Seasoning
These are the most flavorful shrimp tacos you’ll ever have, thanks to the incredible homemade taco seasoning! The tacos are served on a warm tortilla, loaded with tender pan-seared shrimp, fresh veggies, and lime juice. It’s the perfect blend of flavors, and the whole meal comes together in under 30 minutes!
Servings: 10 tacos
Equipment
- 1 Cast Iron Griddle/Grill Optional
Ingredients
- 1 pound medium shrimp thawed and peeled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 8-10 medium flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: sour cream, sliced avocado, shredded cabbage, iceberg lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, etc.
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Put them in a bowl. Add olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Toss everything until well coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the seasoned shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. They should turn pink, opaque, and slightly crispy around the edges. Remove from heat.
- While the shrimp rests, warm the tortillas in a flat cast iron skillet for 30 seconds on each side.
- Divide the cooked shrimp among the tortillas. Add your favorite toppings like sour cream, avocado, cabbage, lettuce, tomatoes, and cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
How to Warm Tortillas
Over a Gas Flame: Place one tortilla directly over a low to medium gas burner flame. Toast for about 10 seconds per side until the edges are slightly charred.
In the Oven: Place tortillas in a single layer on a baking sheet. Broil them 6–8 inches from the heat for about 2 minutes. They should be lightly browned in some spots.
On the Stovetop: Heat a griddle or cast iron skillet over medium-high. Toast each tortilla for 15–30 seconds per side until golden and warm—no oil needed!
Cook the shrimp to 145°F for the best texture, as shrimp can get rubbery quickly.
Storage:
Store each element separately in an airtight container so everything stays as fresh as possible. The shrimp will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze just the shrimp in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
To reheat the shrimp, it’s best to sauté them over low heat in a skillet. If the heat is too high, it can cause the shrimp to overcook and become rubbery.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/10 | Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 177mg | Potassium: 81mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 2mg