Jul 14 2026
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Shrimp Taco Recipe

Inspired by Zombie Taco
Time45m
Serves4

pico de gallo, iceberg, baja sauce, guacamole

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

Pico de Gallo

Baja Sauce

Guacamole

Taco Assembly

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate Shrimp

    In a medium bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until opaque and cooked through.

Pico de Gallo Preparation

  1. 4

    Make Pico de Gallo

    In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, cilantro, lime juice, minced jalapeño, and salt. Mix well.

Baja Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare Baja Sauce

    In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, minced chipotle, and garlic powder until smooth.

Guacamole Preparation

  1. 6

    Make Guacamole

    In a bowl, mash the ripe avocados with a fork. Mix in lime juice, salt, and garlic powder.

  2. 7

    If desired, fold in diced tomato and chopped cilantro.

Taco Assembly

  1. 8

    Warm Tortillas

    Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave until pliable.

  2. 9

    Assemble the tacos by placing a portion of shrimp on each tortilla, followed by shredded iceberg lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, and a drizzle of baja sauce.

  3. 10

    Serve immediately and enjoy your shrimp tacos!

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