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Easy Shrimp Tacos

These easy shrimp tacos are the perfect simple dinner for busy weeknights! Plump, juicy shrimp are cooked in a flavorful spice blend then wrapped in warm flour tortillas and piled high with your favorite toppings. 
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: Dinner, entree, Main Course, main dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: 20 minute, bang bang shrimp tacos, easy shrimp recipe, Easy Shrimp Tacos, shrimp seasoning, shrimp taco seasoning, shrimp tacos recipe, simple shrimp tacos, tacos
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

  • 1 pound deveined and peeled medium shrimp
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper adjust to taste
  • 8-10 medium flour tortillas

Instructions

  • Before starting, prepare your toppings and make sure the shrimp is fully thawed (if frozen), peeled, and deveined.
  • Combine ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper in a small bowl.
  • Add 1 pound deveined and peeled medium shrimp, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and the spices to a 14-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Stir the shrimp around for a minute or so until they are evenly coated in the spices before cooking until they are pink and opaque, flipping/stirring them occasionally, about 5-6 minutes total. 
  • Serve immediately with 8-10 medium flour tortillas and your desired taco toppings.

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Notes

Suggested serving size: 2 tacos per serving
Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in 15-20 second intervals in the microwave, or for about a minute over medium heat in a skillet.
You can keep any leftover tortillas in an airtight container or bag for 2-3 days.
Make extra seasoning and store it in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
 
Originally posted April 8, 2019
Updated January 6, 2023

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 1379mg | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 405IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 155mg | Iron: 3mg

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