Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Blackened Shrimp Tacos, a quick and delicious meal that takes just 15 minutes to prepare. Tender, juicy shrimp are generously seasoned with a blend of spices, then cooked to perfection for a delightful char. Paired with creamy garlic aioli and fresh toppings, these tacos offer a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a gathering with friends, this recipe is sure to impress. Enjoy versatile serving options by customizing with your favorite toppings or enjoying them over rice or in a salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Corn tortillas or flour tortillas
- Cilantro (chopped)
- Lime
- Vegetables
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and brown sugar until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes on each side until blackened.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, lime juice, and chopped garlic to create the garlic aioli.
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet if desired. Assemble tacos by placing blackened shrimp on tortillas and topping with cilantro, veggies, and garlic aioli. Serve with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg