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Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema

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Quick weeknight shrimp tacos layered with garlicky sautéed shrimp, crunchy slaw and a zesty avocado-lime crema.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb medium uncooked shrimp (41/50 count), thawed, peeled and deveined
  • 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 6 garlic cloves, divided (5 smashed, 1 minced)
  • 2 limes, juiced (plus wedges for serving)
  • 1⁄2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, plus extra for garnish
  • 1⁄4 cup sour cream
  • 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and chopped
  • 1⁄2 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 8 – 12 white corn tortillas
  • 1⁄2 cup broccoli & carrot (or cabbage) slaw mix
  • Queso fresco or cotija cheese, for topping
  • 1⁄2 cup mild tomatillo salsa verde

Instructions

  1. Season shrimp with a pinch of salt and pepper; set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium. Add the 5 smashed garlic cloves and gently simmer 8 – 10 min until golden and jammy; remove garlic, reserving the flavored oil.
  3. In a mini processor, combine the minced raw garlic, soft parts of the cooked garlic, lime juice and cilantro; pulse to a paste. Add sour cream, avocado and 1⁄2 tsp salt; blend until smooth to make the avocado crema.
  4. Return skillet with garlic oil to medium heat. Sauté shrimp 2 min per side until pink and opaque; remove from heat.
  5. Warm tortillas (dry-toast over flame, wrap in foil in a low oven, or microwave 30 s wrapped in a towel).
  6. Assemble tacos: double-stack two tortillas, spread with avocado crema, add a handful of slaw and 4 – 5 shrimp. Top with cheese, salsa verde and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Avocado crema can be prepared up to 2 days ahead; lime juice keeps it green.
  • Swap in quick-pickled onions, sliced jalapeños, or diced mango/pineapple for extra zing.
  • Using frozen, peeled shrimp makes this a 30-minute meal.
  • Choose certified-gluten-free corn tortillas if needed.

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Keywords: shrimp tacos, avocado crema, Mexican seafood, weeknight dinner

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