Get ready to transform your dinner routine with these mouthwatering Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Chimichurri Sauce - a culinary masterpiece that combines succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and a zesty sauce that will transport you straight to a Mexican street food paradise! In just 20 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality meal that's so incredibly delicious, your family and friends will be begging you to make it again and again.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 avocado
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the ingredients. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a medium bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp with a drizzle of olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated. This will help them cook evenly and add flavor.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook them, as shrimp can become rubbery.
- While the shrimp are cooking, prepare the avocado chimichurri sauce. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
- Add the fresh parsley, red wine vinegar, garlic clove, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the blender with the avocado. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little water to reach your desired consistency.
- Once the shrimp are cooked, remove them from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, warm the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side, or until they are pliable and slightly toasted.
- To assemble the tacos, place a few shrimp on each tortilla. Drizzle the avocado chimichurri sauce generously over the shrimp.
- Serve the shrimp tacos immediately, garnished with additional parsley or lime wedges if desired. Enjoy your delicious shrimp tacos with avocado chimichurri sauce!
Tips
- Choose Fresh Shrimp: Always select fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture. Look for shrimp that smell clean and ocean-like, not fishy.
- Don't Overcook the Shrimp: Shrimp cook quickly and can become tough if left too long. Watch for the color change to pink and the slight curl - that's your signal they're perfectly done.
- Warm Tortillas Properly: Briefly heating corn tortillas in a skillet helps them become pliable and enhances their flavor. Just 30 seconds per side is all you need.
- Customize Your Chimichurri: Feel free to adjust the sauce by adding more garlic for intensity or a splash of lime juice for extra brightness.
- Serve Immediately: These tacos are best enjoyed fresh and hot, so have all your components ready before cooking the shrimp.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
