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Shrimp Tacos

Cultural Context

Shrimp tacos are a popular dish in coastal regions of Mexico, where fresh seafood is abundant. They are often enjoyed at beachside restaurants and are a staple in Mexican cuisine, showcasing the use of fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors. The dish reflects the culinary traditions of the region, emphasizing simplicity and freshness.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup sour cream
1 lime
salt
pepper
green peppers
tomatoes
onions
taco seasoning mix
frozen shrimp
New York strip steak
romaine lettuce
three cheese Mexican blend
cilantro
salsa

shrimp

🥗Healthier: wild-caught shrimp

💰Cheaper: pollock

Pollock is often more affordable and can be used in similar dishes.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides a healthier option with more protein.

1

Wash vegetables under cold water for at least one minute.

2

Prepare the sauce by mixing 1 cup of sour cream with the zest and juice of 1 lime, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

3

Chop green peppers, tomatoes, and onions, and combine them in a bowl with salt, pepper, and lime juice. Set aside.

4

Heat a pan with oil over medium-high heat for cooking shrimp.

5

Add thawed, peeled shrimp to the hot pan and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Stir and cook for 3-5 minutes until shrimp turn white. Transfer shrimp to a bowl.

6

In the same hot pan, add oil and taco seasoning for cooking steak.

7

Cook New York strip steak in the hot pan until desired doneness, then remove from heat.

8

Prepare taco shells according to package directions or use them fresh from the box.

9

Assemble tacos by placing a whole leaf of romaine lettuce in the taco shell, adding three cheese Mexican blend, cooked shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a dollop of lime sour cream. Top with cilantro.

10

For the steak salad, place generous amounts of romaine lettuce in a bowl, crush taco shells over the top, add pico de gallo, cheese, cooked steak strips, lime sour cream, and salsa.

Cooking Techniques

grilledpan-fried

Equipment Needed

hot pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Tacos de Camarón
Local Name: tacos de camarón

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