Easy Garlic Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Cilantro and Lime
Garlic shrimp tacos with fresh cilantro and lime wrapped in warm tortillas. Quick to prepare with bright, savory flavor and a fresh finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup shredded cabbage (optional)
Instructions
- Season shrimp with spices.
- Heat oil and cook garlic briefly.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink.
- Squeeze lime over shrimp.
- Warm tortillas.
- Fill tortillas with shrimp.
- Add cilantro and toppings.
- Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Do not overcook shrimp. Add avocado or cabbage for extra texture. Adjust spice level to taste.