Best 6 Shrimp Tacos With Warm Corn Salsa Recipes

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**Shrimp Tacos with Warm Corn Salsa: A Symphony of Flavors**

Shrimp tacos, a delightful culinary creation, tantalize taste buds with their vibrant flavors and textures. Picture succulent shrimp, cooked to perfection, nestled in warm tortillas, adorned with a vibrant array of toppings. The symphony of flavors begins with a zesty marinade, infusing the shrimp with a harmonious blend of spices and herbs. The warm corn salsa, a vibrant accompaniment, adds a refreshing sweetness and crunch, perfectly complementing the savory shrimp. Cabbage slaw, with its crisp texture and tangy dressing, further enhances the taste experience. Guacamole, a creamy and rich avocado-based spread, adds a touch of creaminess to balance the other flavors. A squeeze of lime juice provides a burst of citrus, bringing the entire dish together. This tantalizing combination of flavors and textures, wrapped in a warm tortilla, creates a street food masterpiece that is sure to delight and satisfy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CALIFORNIA SHRIMP TACOS WITH CORN SALSA



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After trying fish tacos, I fell in love. I wanted to recreate them at home and though Why not use shrimp? It's an affordable healthy way to feed my seafood-loving family. -Kayla Peters, Cecilia, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
3/4 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup guacamole
3 tablespoons reduced-fat ranch salad dressing
16 uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
8 taco shells, warmed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another small bowl, combine guacamole and salad dressing., In a large bowl, toss shrimp with chili powder and Cajun seasoning. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute shrimp until pink, about 5 minutes., Place two shrimp in each taco shell. Top with 1/3 cup corn salsa; drizzle with 1 tablespoon guacamole mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 1007mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SHRIMP TACOS WITH WARM CORN SALSA



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I found this recipe in the January 2010 Redbook magazine. I have made this recipe before and my family loves it. It has just the right amount of kick and it is very light too. Even my 1 year old daughter enjoys eating these. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by anadabest

Categories     Summer

Time 25m

Yield 8 tacos, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with chipotle peppers (fire roasted)
1/3 cup finely diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
8 corn tortillas
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 small Hass avocado, peeled, pitted and finely diced

Steps:

  • Salsa: Heat corn in a dry large nonstick skillet over high heat and cook, tossing corn frequently, 4 minutes or until lightly charred in spots. Add tomatoes and onions; cook 2 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl. Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Keep salsa warm.
  • Tacos: Stack tortillas and warp in damp paper towels. Place in microwave.
  • Heat oil, garlic, and cumin in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, salt, pepper and cook 3 to 4 minutes, tossing several times until shrimp are firm and cooked through; remove from heat and toss with lime juice.
  • While shrimp cook, steam tortillas in microwave on high 1 to 2 minutes or until softened. Fill each tortilla with 6 or 7 shrimp and top with warm corn salsa and diced avocados.
  • Note: If you have difficulty finding the can of fire roasted tomatoes, I have substituted that for a can of regular tomatoes and added seeded, diced jalapeños and a small can of chipotle peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.5, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 143.2, Sodium 675, Carbohydrate 34.5, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 20.3

SHRIMP TACOS WITH WARM CORN SALSA



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Categories     Shellfish     Fry

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Salsa:
1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 can (14 1/2 oz) fire-roasted petite diced tomatoes with chipotle peppers
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
11 1/2 tbsp fresh lime juice
shrimp tacos:
8 corn tortillas
1 tbs olive oil
1/2 tsp each minced garlic and ground cumin
3/4 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 tsp each salt and pepper
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 small hass avocado diced

Steps:

  • 1 Salsa: cook corn in a dry nonstick skillet over high heat, tossing frequently, 4 minutes or until corn is lightly charred in spots. Add tomatoes and onions, cook 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Keep salsa warm. 2. Tacos: Heat oil, garlic and cumin in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, salt and pepper, cook 3 to 4 minutes tossing until shrimp are cooked through, remove from heat, toss with lime juice 3. Stack tortiallas and wrap in damp paper towels. Place in microwave and steam on high 2 mins or until softened. 4. Fill each tortilla with 6 or 7 shrimp, top with salsa and avocado.

SWEET CORN AND SHRIMP TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: corn kernel, jalapeño, fresh cilantro, kosher salt, paprika, limes, limes, mayonnaise, crema, cotija cheese, red cabbage, limes, kosher salt, large shrimp, freshly ground black pepper, dried mexican oregano, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic, limes, olive oil, corn tortillas

Provided by Lipton

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 cup corn kernel, canned or frozen
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon paprika
2 limes, zested
2 limes, juiced
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons crema
¼ cup cotija cheese, plus more for garnish
1 ½ cups red cabbage, finely shredded
2 limes, divided, juiced
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried mexican oregano
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 limes, zested
3 ½ tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 corn tortillas, 8 in (20 cm)

Steps:

  • Make the sweet corn slaw: In a medium bowl, combine the corn, jalapeño, cilantro, salt, paprika, lime zest and juice, mayonnaise, crema, and cotija cheese. Toss until well combined.
  • Make the shrimp tacos: In a medium bowl, combine the red cabbage, juice of 1 lime, and ½ teaspoon salt. Toss until well combined and set aside.
  • In a separate medium bowl, toss the shrimp with the remaining teaspoon of salt, the black pepper, oregano, chili powder, cumin, garlic, lime zest, remaining lime juice, and 2 tablespoons olive oil until well coated.
  • Heat the remaining 1½ tablespoons of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Fry the tortillas until lightly crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and cover with foil to keep warm until ready to assemble the tacos.
  • In the same skillet, cook the shrimp, 8-10 at a time, until pink and cooked through, 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Assemble the tacos: Top each crispy tortilla with some of the red cabbage, sweet corn slaw, and shrimp. Garnish with cotija cheese and cilantro. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 7 grams

SHRIMP-AND-CORN TACOS



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Keep a bag of shrimp and one of corn in the freezer, and you can make these tacos whenever the mood strikes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno chile (seeds and ribs removed, for less heat), minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn kernels, unthawed
1/2 pound frozen large peeled and deveined shrimp, thawed (see note, below) and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
12 (6-inch) corn tortillas, heated according to package instructions
2 cups shredded cabbage
1/2 cup green or red salsa
1/2 cup sour cream
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion, jalapeno, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are softened, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and corn; cook, stirring occasionally, until corn is heated through and tomatoes are soft, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately with tortillas, cabbage, salsa, sour cream, and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 20 g

SALSA-SHRIMP TACOS



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Quick-cooking shrimp is a fantastic, from-the-sea filling for tacos that take 15 minutes to prepare.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1/2 cup frozen chopped green bell pepper
3/4 lb uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp, thawed if frozen, tail shells removed
1 box (4.6 oz) Old El Paso™ taco shells (12 shells)
3/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (3 oz)
3/4 cup shredded lettuce
1/4 cup Old El Paso™ taco sauce

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat salsa and bell pepper over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until warm.
  • Stir in shrimp. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, turning shrimp occasionally, until shrimp are pink.
  • Fill each taco shell with about 1/4 cup shrimp mixture. Top with cheese, lettuce and taco sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your tacos.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp. Shrimp cooks quickly, so it's important to watch it closely and remove it from the heat as soon as it's cooked through.
  • Make the corn salsa ahead of time. This will give the flavors time to meld and develop.
  • Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Shrimp tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun party appetizer. With fresh, high-quality ingredients and a little bit of effort, you can make shrimp tacos that are sure to impress your family and friends.

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