Garlic Herb Shrimp Tacos Recipe

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

These Garlic Herb Shrimp Tacos are a delightful and fresh take on traditional tacos. Featuring succulent shrimp marinated in a blend of garlic and herbs, they are quick to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.

This Tacos Recipe is easy to follow and can be customized with your favorite toppings such as avocado, salsa, or cabbage for added crunch and flavor.

Quick Garlic Herb Shrimp Tacos

These tacos feature tender shrimp sautéed with garlic and fresh herbs, served in warm tortillas. The recipe takes about 20 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
1 avocado, sliced
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and let marinate for 10 minutes.
Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque.
Warm the Tortillas: In another skillet, warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Place a portion of shrimp on each tortilla, then top with shredded cabbage, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro.
Serve: Squeeze lime juice over the tacos and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.