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HERDEZ® Chile Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Salsa
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HERDEZ® Chile Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Salsa

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It’s game day and we’re here for the snacks!

Treat your family to these colorful Chile Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Salsa for dinner tonight! Chile powder and cumin seasoned shrimp bring a welcome heat, while a drizzle of creamy salsa made with spicy mayo and HERDEZ® Salsa Casera cools it all off for a craveable, tangy finish.

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Ingredients

4 servings
Creamy Salsa
¼ cup mayonnaise with lime juice (mayonesa)
¼ cup HERDEZ® Salsa Casera (Mild, Medium or Hot)
Chile Lime Shrimp Tacos
1 teaspoon chile powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
6 (6-inch) corn or flour tortillas, warmed or grilled
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS: Cabbage/lettuce, shredded; Avocado, chopped; Tomatoes, diced; Cilantro, chopped; Lime wedges

Directions

For the Creamy Salsa

  1. Mix mayonnaise and salsa in a small bowl until well blended.

  2. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

For the Chile Lime Shrimp Tacos

  1. Mix chile powder, garlic powder, cumin, and salt in small bowl. Toss seasoning mixture with shrimp in medium bowl until evenly coated.

  2. Heat oil in a large skillet on medium. Add seasoned shrimp; cook and stir 4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.

  3. Stir in lime juice.

  4. Serve shrimp in warmed tortillas. Top with creamy salsa and desired toppings, such as shredded cabbage or lettuce, chopped avocado, tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.