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Griddle Shrimp Tacos Recipe

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Easy and zesty weeknight dinner featuring perfectly seared shrimp on a griddle, served with a tangy lime crema and warm tortillas.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (shell off, tails on preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8–10 small corn or flour tortillas
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • Optional toppings: thinly sliced red cabbage, diced avocado, chopped jalapeño, crumbled queso fresco or feta, extra lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Mix the shrimp seasoning: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Make the lime crema: Whisk together sour cream, fresh lime juice, honey, and chopped cilantro in a small bowl. Adjust sweetness or lime to taste.
  3. Heat the griddle: Place your griddle or skillet over medium-high heat and let it get really hot.
  4. Cook the shrimp: Arrange shrimp in a single layer on the griddle, cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque with golden edges. Avoid overcrowding and flipping too often.
  5. Warm the tortillas and assemble: Warm tortillas on the griddle or in a dry skillet until soft. Build tacos with shrimp, a drizzle of lime crema, and desired toppings.

Notes

[‘Do not overcrowd the griddle to maintain high heat and proper searing.’, ‘Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor in the lime crema.’, ‘Keep tortillas warm by wrapping in a kitchen towel or using a tortilla warmer.’, ‘Save leftover lime crema for up to 3 days in the fridge; it makes a great dip.’, ‘Medium-large shrimp (31-40 count per pound) work best for tacos.’, ‘For dairy-free version, substitute sour cream with coconut yogurt or dairy-free sour cream alternative.’, ‘For gluten-free, use corn tortillas.’, ‘Reheat shrimp gently in a hot skillet with a splash of water or olive oil to keep juicy.’]

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