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Emily Hart

Blackened Shrimp Tacos – The Best 2025 Recipe for Taco Lovers

Bold, smoky, and ready in just 25 minutes, these blackened shrimp tacos are packed with flavor and topped with creamy slaw, avocado, and zesty lime. A perfect choice for taco lovers looking for something quick and delicious!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp:
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
Taco Assembly:
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  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or slaw mix
  • 1 ripe avocado sliced
  • ½ cup cilantro-lime crema or chipotle mayo
  • Lime wedges for serving
  • Fresh cilantro optional garnish

Method
 

  1. Make the Spice Mix: In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, thyme, oregano, black pepper, and salt.
  2. Season the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then toss them with the spice blend until evenly coated.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until blackened and opaque.
  4. Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas on a skillet or open flame until soft and pliable.
  5. Assemble the Tacos: Fill each tortilla with shrimp, slaw, avocado slices, a drizzle of crema or mayo, and a squeeze of lime.
  6. Serve Immediately: Garnish with cilantro and serve with extra lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacos per personCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 690mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3g

Notes

Adjust cayenne to control spice level.
Substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter crema.
Use lettuce wraps for a low-carb version.

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