Description
Spicy shrimp tacos sizzle with Mexican-inspired flavors, promising a quick weeknight dinner solution. Crisp tortillas, zesty seasonings, and perfectly charred shrimp deliver a mouthwatering meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 g) raw jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup (60 ml) avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chipotle powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup (15 g) loosely packed cilantro
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Blend olive oil, lime juice, tomato paste, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, chipotle powder, kosher salt, and cilantro in a food processor until smooth and cohesive.
- Shrimp Marination: Immerse raw shrimp in the prepared marinade, ensuring complete coverage, and let rest for 5-7 minutes to absorb robust flavors.
- Sheet Pan Arrangement: Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) with the rack positioned centrally. Line a large sheet pan with foil or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Spread thinly sliced bell peppers and red onions across the pan, creating a colorful vegetable foundation.
- Shrimp Placement: Distribute marinated shrimp evenly over the vegetables, maintaining space between each piece for consistent heat circulation.
- Roasting and Finishing: Bake for 8 minutes, then activate the broiler and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until shrimp turn opaque with a subtle char.
- Serving: Present the sizzling shrimp tacos in warm tortillas, accompanied by cauliflower rice, white rice, or a fresh green salad for a versatile and vibrant meal.
Notes
- Marinate Strategically: Let shrimp sit in marinade for exactly 5-7 minutes to prevent toughening or becoming mushy, allowing flavors to penetrate without breaking down protein.
- Spacing Matters: Spread vegetables and shrimp in single layer without overcrowding to ensure proper caramelization and prevent steaming instead of roasting.
- Broiler Timing is Critical: Watch closely during final 1-2 minutes under broiler to achieve perfect char without burning, as shrimp cook rapidly and can quickly become rubbery.
- Customize Your Heat: Adjust chili and chipotle powder quantities to control spice level, understanding that individual heat tolerances vary widely between home cooks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg