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Chile Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Salsa

Treat your family to these colorful Chile Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Salsa for dinner tonight! Chile powder and cumin seasoned shrimp bring a welcome heat, while a drizzle of creamy salsa made with spicy mayo and HERDEZ® Salsa Casera cools it all off for a craveable, tangy finish.

3-6
20 Minutes
20 Minutes
40 Minutes

Ingredients

CREAMY SALSA

  • 1/4 cup
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise with lime juice (mayonesa)
  • 1/4 cup HERDEZ® Salsa Casera (Mild, Medium or Hot)

CHILE LIME SHRIMP TACOS

  • 1 tablespoon chile powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 6 (6-inch) corn or flour tortillas, warmed or grilled

OPTIONAL TOPPINGS

  • Cabbage/lettuce, shredded
  • Avocado, chopped
  • Tomatoes, diced
  • Cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges

Directions

  1. Mix mayonnaise and salsa in a small bowl until well blended.
  2. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Mix chile powder, garlic powder, cumin, and salt in small bowl.
  4. Toss seasoning mixture with shrimp in medium bowl until evenly coated.
  5. Heat oil in a large skillet on medium.
  6. Add seasoned shrimp; cook and stir 4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.
  7. Stir in lime juice.
  8. Serve shrimp in warmed tortillas.
  9. Top with creamy salsa and desired toppings, such as shredded cabbage or lettuce, chopped avocado, tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.

Recipe by Herdez® brand

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