Chili Lime Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Chili Lime Shrimp Tacos are a vibrant and zesty dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table. The shrimp are marinated in a chili lime sauce, grilled to perfection, and served in warm tortillas for a delicious meal.

This Tacos Recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. You can customize the toppings to your liking, adding ingredients like avocado, cabbage, or salsa.

Easy Chili Lime Shrimp Tacos

This recipe features succulent shrimp marinated in a spicy chili lime mixture, grilled until tender, and served in soft corn tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage
1 avocado, sliced
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
Grill the Shrimp: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque.
Warm the Tortillas: While the shrimp are grilling, warm the corn tortillas on a skillet or directly on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side.
Assemble the Tacos: Place a few shrimp in each tortilla, top with shredded cabbage, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro.
Serve: Squeeze lime juice over the tacos and serve with lime wedges on the side.