Camaron Taco (Shrimp Taco)
The camaron taco is one of the most well-known dishes in Mexican coastal cuisine. The shrimp are traditionally marinated with lime, spices, and garlic, then quickly cooked over high heat to retain their juiciness. In coastal cities like CancĂșn or Puerto Vallarta, fishermen prepare freshly caught shrimp daily, which are served with crisp vegetables and lime. The authentic camaron taco is a perfect summer dish with its light, spicy flavors, and can be prepared either grilled or pan-fried. For an extra kick, try it with a little chipotle mayo or freshly made avocado salsa!
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 4
500
g
Shrimp (cleaned, peeled, and deveined)
50
ml
Lime Juice
30
ml
Olive Oil
2
cloves
Garlic
1
tsp
Ground Cumin
1
tsp
Ground Coriander
1
tsp
Smoked Paprika
1
tsp
Chili Powder
1
tsp
Salt
1
tsp
Black Pepper
1
packet
Fresh Cilantro
150
g
Red Cabbage
100
g
Sour Cream
8
Tortilla Wraps
2
Lime
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Preparation Steps
1
Clean, peel, and devein the shrimp. Rinse them in cold water and pat dry.
2
In a bowl, combine the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate the shrimp in this mixture for at least 20 minutes.
3
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and opaque.
4
Remove the cooked shrimp from the skillet and let them cool slightly.
5
Warm the tortilla wraps. Fill them with the cooked shrimp, freshly shredded red cabbage, sour cream, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
