Get ready to transform your taco Tuesday into an extraordinary culinary adventure! These Crunchy Shrimp Salmon Tacos are not just a meal, they're a flavor explosion that will transport your taste buds straight to a beachside Mexican restaurant. Imagine perfectly cooked succulent shrimp and flaky salmon nestled in warm, crispy corn tortillas, topped with a zesty cabbage slaw and creamy avocado - this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb salmon fillet, cooked and flaked
- 1 cup cabbage, shredded
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the seafood by patting the shrimp and salmon dry with paper towels. Season both with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are fully opaque. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, warm the salmon fillet and gently flake it into bite-sized pieces using a fork.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a separate dry skillet or directly over a gas flame for 30 seconds on each side to enhance their flavor and make them pliable.
- Create a quick cabbage slaw by mixing shredded cabbage with lime juice, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt.
- Assemble the tacos by layering flaked salmon, cooked shrimp, cabbage slaw, and fresh avocado slices on each warm tortilla.
- Garnish with additional fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately while ingredients are warm and tortillas are crisp.
Tips
- Pat your seafood completely dry before cooking to ensure a perfect sear and prevent steaming
- Use fresh, high-quality shrimp and salmon for the best flavor profile
- Don't overcook the shrimp - they should be pink and just opaque to maintain tenderness
- Warm tortillas briefly to enhance their flavor and make them more pliable
- For extra crunch, consider lightly toasting the tortillas until they have slight char marks
- Use fresh lime juice and cilantro to brighten the overall dish
- Serve immediately to enjoy the optimal texture of crisp tortillas and warm seafood
- For a spicy kick, add a dash of sriracha or jalapeños to your slaw
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 591kcal
Carbohydrates: 26g
Protein: 57g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 200mg
