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Authentic Baja Shrimp Tacos With Creamy White Sauce

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Savor authentic baja shrimp tacos with chili-lime grilled shrimp, smoky paprika, and fresh avocado. Bold, zesty flavors in every bite!
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Servings: 1
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) California olive oil
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) chili powder
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) ground cumin
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) onion powder
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) salt
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) black pepper
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 2 cups (480 ml) shredded red cabbage
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 Hass avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh lime juice

Method
 

  1. Combine olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice in a bowl. Add shrimp, toss to coat, and marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through, then transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  3. Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for approximately 30 seconds per side until pliable.
  4. Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, hot sauce, and 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice in a small bowl to make the Baja sauce.
  5. Assemble by placing shredded cabbage on each tortilla, topping with grilled shrimp, drizzling with Baja sauce, and adding sliced avocado and chopped cilantro.
  6. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal

Notes

Marinating Timing: I learned the hard way that leaving shrimp in lime juice for too long can actually start to cook them and make them rubbery, so keep that fifteen minute window exactly as it