Cajun Shrimp Taco Recipe
Delicious Cajun Shrimp Fried or Grilled on a toasted Flour Tortilla with fresh lettuce and your choice of our home made sauces.
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Ingredients
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Cajun Shrimp
Taco Assembly
Method
Cajun Shrimp Preparation
Marinate the Shrimp
In a bowl, combine the shrimp, Cajun seasoning, olive oil, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Mix well to ensure the shrimp are evenly coated with the seasoning. Allow marinating for 15-30 minutes.
Cook the Shrimp
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
Taco Assembly
Toast the Tortillas
In a separate skillet or on a grill, toast the flour tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until they are warm and slightly crispy.
Assemble the Tacos
On each toasted tortilla, layer shredded lettuce, cooked Cajun shrimp, diced tomato, and sliced avocado. Drizzle with your choice of homemade sauce if desired.
Serve
Serve immediately while the tortillas are warm and the shrimp are hot. Enjoy your delicious Cajun shrimp tacos!