Five-Ingredient Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema

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Quick and flavorful shrimp tacos seasoned with Cajun spices, topped with a tangy lime crema, perfect for a fast weeknight meal. This mexican-inspired seafood ready in about 15 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, Cajun seasoning, small corn tortillas for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes total.
  3. Step 3: While shrimp cooks, mix 1/2 cup sour cream with juice of 1 lime in a small bowl to create the lime crema.
  4. Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  5. Step 5: Assemble tacos by dividing the cooked shrimp evenly among the tortillas and drizzling with the lime crema. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Five-Ingredient Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema take to make?

Total time is about 15 minutes (5 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Five-Ingredient Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cajun seasoning from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Five-Ingredient Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Five-Ingredient Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Five-Ingredient Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema?

Mexican seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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