Firecracker Shrimp Tacos – A Food Truck Favorite Lunch
This recipe features shrimp tacos inspired by a famous street-food classic. With its zesty flavors and smoky heat, it is the perfect copycat sensation for your next food truck favorite lunch.
Allergens
Shellfish, Gluten (if using gluten-free corn tortillas)
Ingredients
- 1. 8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2. 1/4 cup all
- purpose flour 3. 1 teaspoon garlic powder 4. 1/2 teaspoon paprika 5. 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 6. Salt and black pepper, to taste 7. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 8. 8 corn tortillas, warmed 9. 1 cup coleslaw mix 10. 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 11. 1 lime, cut into wedges 12. Hot sauce, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off excess flour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
- Carefully place coated shrimp into the hot skillet and cook for 1 2 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Assemble tacos by placing two shrimp in each tortilla, topping with coleslaw mix, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
- Add hot sauce to taste (optional).
Chef’s Insight
Experiment with different seasonings to create your own twist on this delicious dish.
Notes
Pair this dish with a refreshing margarita for the ultimate street-food experience.