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Blackened Shrimp Tacos

Cultural Context

Blackened shrimp tacos are a delicious fusion of Cajun seasoning and traditional Mexican flavors. The technique of blackening, which involves searing shrimp in a hot skillet, creates a flavorful crust that pairs beautifully with fresh toppings. These tacos are often enjoyed during casual gatherings and are a popular choice for weeknight dinners. Today, they can be found in various forms across the globe, showcasing the versatility of both shrimp and taco cuisine.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb jumbo shrimp
2 cups power slaw
8 small tortillas
2 ripe avocados
4 oz queso fresco
2 tablespoons HB Texas style blackening seasoning
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Peel the jumbo shrimp.

2

Season shrimp generously with blackening seasoning and set aside for about 10 minutes.

3

In a bowl, combine power slaw with a generous spoonful of mayonnaise and a slight amount of blackening seasoning.

4

Heat olive oil in a pan until smoking.

5

Sear shrimp in the pan for about 2 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.

6

Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside in a bowl.

7

Microwave tortillas to warm them up.

8

Prepare the avocado crema by mashing two avocados with about 3 heaping tablespoons of sour cream and 1 teaspoon of garlic salt.

9

Assemble the tacos by placing a layer of slaw in the tortilla, followed by 4-5 shrimp, a few dollops of avocado crema, and crumbled queso fresco on top.

Cooking Techniques

seasoningsautéinggrilling

Equipment Needed

skilletmixing bowltongs

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishmilk

Also Known As

Tacos de Camarones Ahumados
Local Name: tacos de camarón a la parrilla

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