Few things are as effortlessly satisfying as shrimp tacos. They're quick, fresh, and loaded with flavorâthe kind of meal you can whip up and enjoy in minutes. Letâs get into it:
What Youâll Need
- Fresh Agua Blanca shrimp (head-on, headless, or peeled & deveinedâyour call)
- Tortillas (corn or flour)
- 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 purple onion, diced
- Âź cabbage, shredded
- A handful of coriander (cilantro), roughly chopped
- Chipotle mayo or your favorite hot sauce
- Seasoning of choice (we like to keep it simply salty)
- Olive oil
- Lime wedges
- A cold beer (optional but we highly endorse it)
Letâs Cook!
Prep Your Shrimp
If your shrimp still have shells or heads, peel and devein them. (Pro tip: Save those heads and shellsâtheyâre gold for stocks or sauces.)
To keep your shrimp looking plump and fancy once cooked, make a shallow cut along the back. Toss them in a bowl with the chopped garlic and a pinch of salt.
Cook the Shrimp
Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once itâs hot, add the shrimp. Cook for about 1.5 minutes per side, just until they turn that irresistible bright red. (Shrimp can be eaten raw, so donât overthink itâpull them off whenever they look right for you.)
Warm the tortillas while the shrimp sizzle.
Assemble the Tacos
Place a few shrimp in each tortilla and top with shredded cabbage, diced onion, and a sprinkle of coriander. Chipotle mayo or hot sauce is a must.
There You Go!
Just squeeze a lime over the top, and youâre ready to enjoy!
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