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Blackened Shrimp Tacos

A delicious homemade blackened shrimp tacos recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 440
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon blackening seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/4 cup pickled red onions
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Season. Pat shrimp dry and toss with blackening seasoning until evenly coated.
  2. Sear. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Cook shrimp in a single layer for 2 minutes per side until charred on the outside and pink throughout. Don't move them while they cook.
  3. Mix. Stir together sour cream and lime juice in a small bowl for the lime crema.
  4. Build. Warm tortillas on the skillet for 15 seconds per side. Fill with shredded cabbage, blackened shrimp, pickled onions, a drizzle of lime crema, and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Pat the shrimp completely dry before seasoning. Wet shrimp steam instead of searing. Use the hottest heat your stove can manage. That is what creates the blackened char. Don't overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed for a proper sear.