Juicy Shrimp Tacos Platter (Print Version)

Tender shrimp and fresh toppings on toasted tortillas, balanced with creamy avocado and zesty crema.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 pound raw medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Spices and Seasonings

02 - 1 garlic clove, pressed or minced
03 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
04 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
05 - ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
06 - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
07 - ¾ teaspoon garlic powder

→ Oils and Fats

08 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

→ Tortillas and Bases

09 - 8 small (6-inch) white corn tortillas

→ Vegetables and Fresh Produce

10 - ½ small purple cabbage, shredded
11 - 1 large avocado, peeled and diced
12 - ½ red onion, finely diced
13 - ¼ bunch fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
14 - 1½ tablespoons fresh lime juice

→ Dairy and Cheese

15 - 4 ounces cotija cheese, crumbled
16 - ⅓ cup sour cream
17 - ⅓ cup mayonnaise

→ Condiments

18 - ¾ teaspoon Sriracha sauce, or to taste

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and Sriracha until smooth. Set aside to let flavors meld.
02 - Shred purple cabbage, dice avocado carefully, finely dice red onion, and coarsely chop cilantro. Arrange in separate bowls for assembly.
03 - Pat shrimp dry. Combine shrimp with garlic, sea salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne in a bowl. Toss to coat evenly.
04 - Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1-2 minutes per side until opaque with pink accents. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
05 - Toast corn tortillas over a gas flame or on a hot griddle for about 10 seconds per side until lightly charred and fragrant.
06 - Layer tortillas with shredded cabbage, diced avocado, red onion, cotija cheese, cilantro, and cooked shrimp. Drizzle with garlic-lime crema and serve immediately with lime wedges.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Always pat shrimp dry before seasoning to achieve a perfect sear.
02 - Toast tortillas just before serving to enhance flavor and texture.
03 - Adjust spice levels in shrimp seasoning and sauce to taste.
04 - Keep components refrigerated separately and reheat shrimp gently for best results.

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