Quick and Easy Shrimp Taco Bowls – Delicious 30 Minute Meal
Shrimp taco bowls are made with juicy shrimp seasoned and marinated with taco seasoning and served with spicy pickled cabbage and black beans. In less than 30 minutes you will have a flavorful, healthy meal that’s perfect for busy evenings or Taco Tuesday at home.
Fire up your grill or grab a grill pan and let’s get cooking. These tacos are sure to become your next favorite dinner for two. Pair them with your favorite taco toppings, like guacamole, salsa, onions and whatever else you like on your tacos.
Why you will love this recipe
- Quick and easy! With shrimp and a few spices, this recipe for two is as easy as it gets.
- Flavor! These bowls are packed with flavor.
- Healthy and satisfying! In addition to being big on flavor, these bowls are high in protein, low in calories and filling.
Ingredients
- Shrimp
- Chili powder
- Ground cumin
- Garlic powder
- Sea salt
- Lime juice
- Fresh cilantro
- Apple cider vinegar
- Cabbage
How to make shrimp taco bowls
Prepare: shredd the cabbage and rise under cold water; drain. Peel and devein the shrimp; mix the marinade ingredients together and add the shrimp. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
STEP 1: Place the shredded cabbage into a bowl, toss with sea salt and vinegar – set aside.
STEP 2: Heat a grillor grill pan over medium heat. Once hot, cook the shrimp for a few minutes on each side until cooked through and assemble the bowls.
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Toppings and garnishes
The best thing in my opinion about tacos is the toppings, and the possibilities are endless, here are some suggestions to mix and match to suit your tastebuds:
- Avocado slices or guacamole
- Salsa
- Sour cream
- Black beans
- Tomatoes or corn
- Lettuce
- Onions
- Tortilla chips
- Lime wedges
How to store leftovers
If you have leftovers, let the shrimp cool down to room temperature and store them in an airtight container for 2 to 3 days. Store the cabbage and any toppings separately as well.
Recipe variations
Vegetarian – Replace shrimp with marinated portobello mushrooms.
Spicy – Add jalapeno peppers and hot sauce for a spicy kick.
Tropical – Add a touch of sunshine to your tacos and toss in chopped mangoes, onions and cilantro.
Tacos -Skip the bowls and make shrimp tacos. Warm up 4 taco sized tortillas and stuff them with shrimp, pickled cabbage and fixings.
Tips for making the best shrimp taco bowls
- Use medium to large shrimp for the best results. It cookes quickly and you don’t want it to dry out.
- Allow the cabbage to sit for at least 15 minutes before serving, and if you have time, let it sit longer.
- Save time and buy pre-shredded cabbagge.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, frozen shrimp is a great option if fresh isn’t available. Be sure to thaw the shrimp before marinating it by placing them in a colander and running it under cold water for several minutes, or let them defrost in the refrigerator overnight.
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Shrimp Taco Bowls
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound medium shrimp deveined
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juuce
- 1 cup black beans
- 2 cups red cabbage shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- In a shallow glass bowl, combine 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder,3 tablespoons olive oil,1 tablespoon lime juuce. Once combined, add1 pound medium shrimp and toss to coat. Let it marinate for 15 to 30 minutes.
- While the shrimp is marinating,combine 2 cups red cabbage (shredded) with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar. Toss to coat and set the cabbage aside.
- Heat a Grill or grill pan over medium heat, add the shrimp and cook for a few minutes on each side until they are cooked through – they will have curved into a C shape and will be a pinkish color.
- Assemble the bowls; divide the cabbage in half as well as the black beans and shrimp. Add your favorite taco toppings and serve.
