Shrimp Tacos With Cilantro Lime Sauce

These delicious shrimp tacos with cilantro lime sauce have it all: seared to perfection cajun shrimp, creamy cilantro dressing, crunchy cabbage, and a savory touch of cotija cheese.

Why not change up fish taco Tuesday for shrimp tacos with this fresh and creamy version of a shrimp taco? Come to think of it, this taco would work for any day of the week considering shrimp cooks so quickly.

Once the cilantro lime sauce is made, which takes about 5 minutes, and the shrimp is cooked, which also takes all of about 5 minutes, the assembly of this shrimp taco is straightforward and simple, making dinner ready in under 25 minutes!

This post is about how to make shrimp tacos with cilantro lime sauce.

Shrimp Tacos With Cilantro Lime Sauce

What do I need to make this easy shrimp tacos recipe?

To make this recipe, you will need:

• Shrimp: Using peeled and deveined shrimp speeds up the whole process.
• Cajun Seasoning: Cajun seasoning pairs really well with shrimp. It gives it a robust flavor as well as a little spicy kick.
• Cabbage: Green or red cabbage will work. Slice it thinly, or purchase the pre-shredded cabbage bags to save on time.
• Cilantro Lime Sauce
  • Cilantro
  • Sour cream
  • Lime Juice
  • Garlic
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Olive Oil
• Small Corn or Flour Tortillas: This is based on preference and both would taste great. I use corn tortillas in the pictures.
• Cotija Cheese: Optional. If you would like a little savory sprinkle, add some cotija cheese to the taco.
• Avocado: Optional. The dressing is creamy enough, but if you want double the creamy love, add slices of fresh avocado to the taco.

How do I make this recipe?

First, make the cilantro-lime sauce by blending all of the ingredients together in a food processor until smooth. Set it aside. You can refer to this post for the detailed instructions: Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce.

1. Next, rinse and dry the shrimp with a paper towel.
2. Set a flat-bottom pan on medium-high heat and add the oil.
3. Season the shrimp generously with cajun seasoning and place them in the hot pan.
4. Saute the shrimp for about 2 minutes. Flip them over and season the other side of the shrimp and cook for 1-2 more minutes. The shrimp will turn pink once it is cooked.

Now that we have all of the ingredients ready, it’s time to assemble the taco.

1. First, warm up the tortillas in a hot pan, with or without a little oil.
2. Line up the shrimp.
3. Add a generous dollop of the creamy cilantro lime sauce.
4. Top it off with shredded cabbage. You can add some cotija cheese and some avocado slices to the taco if you’d like.

Another option for assembly would be to spread the cilantro lime sauce on the tortilla first, and then layer on the shrimp and cabbage. 

Then, enjoy the creamy, crunchy, savory goodness that lies ahead!

If you like this recipe, you may also enjoy:

• Unforgettable Salmon Tacos With Slaw
• Pan Seared Fish Tacos With Mango Salsa
• Avocado Cilantro Lime Dressing
• Shortcut Paella With Shrimp

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Shrimp Tacos With Cilantro Lime Sauce

These delicious shrimp tacos with cilantro lime sauce have it all: seared to perfection cajun shrimp, creamy cilantro dressing, crunchy cabbage, and a savory touch of cotija cheese.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword shrimp tacos with cilantro lime sauce

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 6 tacos

Author Rihana

Ingredients

Shrimp Tacos

• 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
• Cajun seasoning
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 6 small tortillas corn or flour
• 2 cups green cabbage shredded
• 2 tablespoons cotija cheese optional
• 1 avocado in slices optional

Cilantro Lime Sauce

• 1 ½ cup cilantro chopped
• ¾ cup sour cream
• 1-2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• ¼ cup olive oil or water
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin optional

Instructions

• Make the cilantro-lime sauce by blending all of the sauce ingredients together in a food processor until smooth. Set aside.
• Rinse, drain, and dry the shrimp with a paper towel.

  Season the shrimp generously with cajun seasoning.
• Set a flat-bottom pan on medium-high heat and add the oil. Once the pan is hot, add the shrimp.
• Saute one side of the shrimp for about 2 minutes.

  Flip them over and season the other side of the shrimp and cook for 1-2 more minutes. The shrimp will turn pink once it is cooked.

Assemble the Taco

• Warm up the tortillas in a hot pan, with or without a little oil.

  Line up the shrimp in the tortilla.

  Add a generous dollop of the cilantro lime sauce.

  Top it off with shredded cabbage.

  You can add some cotija cheese and some avocado slices to the taco if you'd like. Enjoy!