Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsJake's DowntownShrimp Tacos Recipe

Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Inspired by Jake's Downtown
Time45m
Serves4

Blackened shrimp with shredded cabbage, cilantro, pineapple pico de gallo, lime crema and chipotle aioli. Served in campfire flour tortillas.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Pineapple Pico de Gallo

Lime Crema

Chipotle Aioli

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Season the Shrimp

    In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the shrimp are fully coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    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 cooked through and blackened. Remove from heat and set aside.

Pineapple Pico de Gallo

  1. 3

    Mix Pico de Gallo

    In a bowl, combine diced pineapple, red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside to let the flavors meld.

Lime Crema

  1. 4

    Prepare Lime Crema

    In a small bowl, mix together sour cream, lime juice, and salt. Stir until smooth and set aside.

Chipotle Aioli

  1. 5

    Make Chipotle Aioli

    In another small bowl, combine mayonnaise, finely chopped chipotle in adobo, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt. Mix until well combined and creamy.

Assembling Tacos

  1. 6

    Warm Tortillas

    Warm the flour tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.

  2. 7

    Assemble the Tacos

    Place a generous portion of shredded cabbage on each tortilla, followed by blackened shrimp, pineapple pico de gallo, a drizzle of lime crema, and a drizzle of chipotle aioli. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

  3. 8

    Serve

    Serve the tacos immediately with lime wedges on the side.

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