SImple Shrimp Tacos

These easy shrimp tacos are a delicious, quick (and customizable) meal to prepare on busy weeknights.

Ingredients:

For the Shrimp:

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and de-veined
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of 1 lime

For the Taco Assembly:

• 8 small taco-sized flour or corn tortillas
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or Monterey Jack)
• Sour cream and salsa for serving

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lime juice. This will be the marinade for your shrimp.
2. Place the peeled and de-veined shrimp in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the shrimp and toss to coat them evenly. Let the shrimp marinate for about 15-20 minutes while you prepare the other taco ingredients.
3. While the shrimp is marinating, prepare your taco toppings. Chop the lettuce, dice the tomatoes, chop the cilantro, and dice the red onion. Set these ingredients aside.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated shrimp along with the marinade. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook, as shrimp can become rubbery if cooked too long.
5. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave according to the package instructions.
6. To assemble the tacos, place a few shrimp in each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and shredded cheese.
7. Serve the shrimp tacos with sour cream and salsa on the side.

Customize your shrimp tacos with additional toppings like diced bell peppers, avocado slices, jalapeños for extra heat, or a squeeze of extra lime.