Garlic Shrimp Tacos

Succulent shrimp sautéed with fragrant garlic, served in crispy taco shells with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a classic Mexican flavor.

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
easy
Cuisine
Mexican
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Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 6clovesgarlic, minced
  • 1lblarge shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2tbspolive oil
  • 2lime, cut into wedges
  • 1/4cupfresh cilantro, chopped
  • 8corn taco shells

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

    2mmedium-high heat
  2. 2

    Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

    4mmedium-high heat
  3. 3

    Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.

    1m
  4. 4

    Warm the taco shells according to package instructions.

    3m
  5. 5

    Divide the garlic shrimp evenly among the taco shells. Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.

    2m