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Spicy Cajun Shrimp Tacos

Tasty shrimp seasoned with Cajun spices, served in soft tortillas with fresh toppings.

👶 Kid Friendly🌶️ Medium Spice

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
dinner
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Cooking Style
Kid-Friendly

Nutrition (per serving)

320kcal
Calories
25g
Protein
30g
Carbs
12g
Fat

Ingredients

  • •1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • •2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • •1 tbsp olive oil
  • •8 small soft tortillas
  • •1 cup shredded lettuce
  • •1 cup diced tomatoes
  • •1/2 cup diced red onion
  • •1 avocado, sliced
  • •1/4 cup sour cream
  • •1 lime, cut into wedges
  • •Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque.

  4. 4

    While the shrimp are cooking, warm the tortillas in a separate pan or microwave until soft.

  5. 5

    Once the shrimp are cooked, remove them from heat and let them rest for a minute.

  6. 6

    Assemble the tacos by placing a few shrimp on each tortilla, and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, and avocado slices.

  7. 7

    Drizzle sour cream over the top and serve with lime wedges on the side.

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