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Close-up of Honey-Lime Shrimp Tacos with fresh toppings like avocado, cabbage, and cilantro.

Honey-Lime Shrimp Tacos

Quick, zesty, and irresistibly delicious, these Honey-Lime Shrimp Tacos feature succulent shrimp marinated in a sweet and tangy honey-lime sauce, perfectly cooked and nestled in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (8-10 tacos) 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or frozen, thawed)
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from 1–2 limes)
1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for cooking
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
8–10 small corn or flour tortillas
Desired toppings: shredded cabbage, avocado slices, pico de gallo, cilantro, sour cream or Greek yogurt, extra lime wedges

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine the honey, lime juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk well to combine.
Step 2: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, tossing gently to ensure all shrimp are coated. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes at room temperature. Do not marinate for longer than 30 minutes, as the acidity can start to break down the shrimp.
Step 3: While the shrimp marinate, prepare your desired taco toppings and warm your tortillas. You can warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-45 seconds.
Step 4: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add half of the marinated shrimp in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque and slightly caramelized. Remove from the pan and repeat with the remaining shrimp.
Step 5: Assemble your Honey-Lime Shrimp Tacos: Place a generous spoonful of shrimp into each warm tortilla. Top with your favorite garnishes such as shredded cabbage, avocado, pico de gallo, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the shrimp marinade. You can also quickly pickle some red onions while the shrimp marinate for a tangy topping.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner Dishes
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 550 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 170 mg

Keywords: honey lime shrimp tacos, shrimp tacos, easy shrimp tacos, quick dinner, healthy tacos, mexican recipe, seafood tacos, weeknight meal

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