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Larry's Catch | Sep 20, 2025 | High Protein

Shrimp Tacos with Chipotle Crema

Zesty coldwater shrimp tacos with smoky chipotle crema — quick, fresh, and perfect for an easy seafood dinner.

Servings 2 ppl
Cook 15 min
Difficulty Intermediate
Dietary High Protein

Ingredients

  • 8oz Larry’s Catch coldwater shrimp, thawed and patted dry
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
  • ½ avocado, sliced (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 3 tbsp sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 1 tsp chipotle in adobo sauce (or chipotle powder)
  • ½ tsp lime juice

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 640 mg
  • Omega-3s: ~350 mg
Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used.

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, chipotle, and lime juice to make the crema. Set aside.
  • Toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes, just until warmed through and coated with seasoning.
  • Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a flame for a few seconds until soft and pliable.
  • Assemble tacos by layering shrimp, shredded cabbage, avocado slices, and a drizzle of chipotle crema. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
Source: https://larryscatch.com/blogs/recipes-3/shrimp-tacos-with-chipotle-crema