Crispy Shrimp Tacos
- 25 min
- Serves 4
- 12 ingredients
15 minutes to prep, 10 to cook. Crispy shrimp coated in a light corn‑flour batter are fried to golden perfection and served in warm taco shells with fresh shredded cabbage, tangy lime, and a cool sour‑cream‑cilantro topping. The dish delivers a satisfying crunch and bright flavors that evoke a breezy seaside taco night.
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Method
Gather all ingredients and set out a large mixing bowl, a skillet, paper towels, and a plate for the cooked shrimp.
In the bowl, whisk together the corn flour, all‑purpose flour, baking powder, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper until evenly combined.
Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels, then add them to the flour mixture, tossing gently until each piece is fully coated.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The dry coating covers the shrimp evenly.
Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a skillet over medium‑high heat (about 350°F / 350°F) until shimmering but not smoking.
Working in batches, place the coated shrimp in the hot oil, frying for 2–3 minutes per side, or until the coating is golden and the shrimp are opaque throughout.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The coating is golden and the shrimp opaque.
Transfer the fried shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil; keep them warm while you finish cooking the remaining batches.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Drain excess oil before assembling.
While the shrimp are frying, warm the taco shells according to the package directions—either in a preheated oven at 350°F for 3 minutes or briefly in a dry skillet.
To assemble each taco, place 3–4 shrimp inside a warm shell, top with a generous handful of shredded cabbage, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
Serve the tacos immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Tips while you cook
- Dry shrimp before coating
- Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels before adding them to the flour mixture.
- Maintain oil heat
- Heat the oil until shimmering but not smoking, then fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes per side.
- Warm shells while frying
- Warm the taco shells according to package directions while the shrimp are cooking.
- Drain on paper towels
- Transfer fried shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil before assembling tacos.
Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.
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