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Blackened Shrimp Tacos & Creamy Garlic-Lemon Sauce

February 9, 2016 By Patricia 58 Comments

Today happens to be one of those days that you can celebrate #TacoTuesday and Fat Tuesday on the same day! Are you ready? I gave these Blackened Shrimp Tacos & Creamy Garlic-Lemon Sauce a little bit of Big Easy inspiration for fun and fabulous flavor!

No excuses needed to enjoy Blackened Shrimp Tacos & Creamy Garlic-Lemon Sauce!

I never need an excuse to enjoy tacos, but it’s fun to have one anyway. Since today is Fat Tuesday (and #TacoTuesday), I thought these flavorful tacos (did I mention they’re super easy to make?) would be a fun way to get the party started.

Now is the time for Blackened Shrimp Tacos & Creamy Garlic-Lemon Sauce!

Ready to celebrate...anything? These Blackened Shrimp Tacos & Creamy Garlic-Lemon Sauce will do the trick!

Blackened Shrimp Tacos & Creamy Garlic-Lemon Sauce is big on flavor and can be on the table in under 20 minutes. I used ingredients you’ll find in Cajon and Creole cooking to keep them perfect for the day.

The shrimp are coated in a flavorful (and slightly spiced) blend before cooking in a cast iron skillet. I used diced bell peppers, celery (including the leaves at the top of the stalks, but you can use salad greens if you’d like), and green onion for the filling, and for a cooling dressing to drizzle over the top, I made a sauce that is a bit like a remoulade but without the spice (you’ll get a bit of that in the shrimp).

Enjoy the great flavors in these easy-to-make Blackened Shrimp Tacos & Creamy Garlic-Lemon Sauce

Whether you make these on a (Fat) Tuesday, on a Thursday, or on a Friday, you’ll enjoy them. You can have them ready in just about no time flat, and of course you can personalize them to your tastes. Fill them up with shredded crunchy cabbage, and sprinkle them with cilantro and a bit of cheese if you’d like.

Who needs an excuse to enjoy tacos? Not me! Especially when it comes to Blackened Shrimp Tacos & Creamy Garlic-Lemon Sauce. Let the good times roll, and enjoy your Tuesday!

Any day is a great day to enjoy Blackened Shrimp Tacos & Creamy Garlic-Lemon Sauce!

Need more ideas for your taco fix? Try my Grilled Corn, Peppers & Black Bean Tacos with Creamy Poblano Sauce or Pork Carnitas Tacos.  

Serves 4

Blackened Shrimp Tacos & Creamy Garlic-Lemon Sauce
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Ingredients

    For the sauce3 cloves garlic
  • 3 heaping tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 heaping tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • For the seasoning and tacos2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons dried minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried mustard
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried cumin powder
  • 25 large, precooked frozen shrimp, thawed and tails removed
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 4-5 small soft corn tortillas
  • 2 large celery stalks, diced small
  • Leaves from the tops of the celery stalks (you may need more than just two stalks for enough greens)
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, seeds and membrane removed, diced small
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeds and membrane removed, diced small
  • 2 green onions, ends trimmed, chopped
  • Optional: salad greens for the filling

Instructions

    For the sauceMix all the ingredients in a food processor and blend until combined and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  1. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. For the seasoning and tacosMix the first nine ingredients together in a small, shallow bowl and set aside.
  3. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. One at a time, coat each shrimp in the seasoning mixture. Pat it on lightly with your fingers to help it stick. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Melt two tablespoons of butter in a cast iron skillet on high heat. When melted, reduce the heat to medium-high. You will likely need to work in two batches.
  5. Add the first batch and cook for about 90 seconds on each side.
  6. Remove from the skillet and place on a clean plate.
  7. Add the remaining butter and continue with the remaining shrimp.
  8. Assemble the tacos with the celery leaves (or salad greens), bell peppers, celery, onions, and shrimp.
  9. Drizzle the sauce over the tops of the tacos.

Notes

If you don't have enough leaves from the celery stalks, or you prefer to use something different to include in the tacos, you can use salad greens or shredded cabbage. Personalize the taco fillings to suit your tastes!

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Nutrition

Calories: 317 cal
Carbohydrates: 26 g
Fat: 19 g
Sodium: 1076 g
Cholesterol: 101 g
Protein: 12 g
Fiber: 5 g

Filed Under: Dinner, Lunch, Recipes Tagged With: blackened shrimp, shrimp, Tacos

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Comments

  1. Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says

    February 9, 2016 at 3:28 pm

    These tacos look incredible! And oh my goodness your lemons look so fresh! I love shrimp and my daughters have recently started enjoying them too. I'll have to make these.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 9, 2016 at 4:49 pm

      Thank you, Katie! I hope you and your family like them! My lemons are straight from my backyard tree! I'm so lucky!
      Reply
  2. heather @french press says

    February 9, 2016 at 3:38 pm

    I never need an excuse to make tacos, but these are a MUST make!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 9, 2016 at 4:49 pm

      I know, neither do I :) Thank you, Heather!
      Reply
  3. Kathi @ LaughingSpatula.com says

    February 9, 2016 at 4:43 pm

    Looks like a perfect weeknight meal for this girl!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 9, 2016 at 4:48 pm

      For sure, any night will do! Thanks, Kathi!
      Reply
  4. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

    February 9, 2016 at 7:26 pm

    Shrimp is one seafood I don't seem to be afraid to cook so this recipe is perfect for me! My husband and daughter would love them!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:30 pm

      Oh! Great! Hope you try them and everyone enjoys them - thanks!
      Reply
  5. Megan Keno says

    February 9, 2016 at 8:43 pm

    Perfect for taco Tuesday! These sound amazing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:30 pm

      Thank you, Megan!
      Reply
  6. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says

    February 9, 2016 at 10:30 pm

    I love shrimp tacos!!! These look so good!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      Thanks, Jocelyn! Hope you give them a try!
      Reply
  7. Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says

    February 9, 2016 at 11:19 pm

    mmmm yum! I really like that you included a sauce with these shrimp tacos.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      Thanks so much, Michelle! :)
      Reply
  8. Becky Hardin | The Cookie Rookie says

    February 9, 2016 at 11:52 pm

    Love this taco idea. Delicious
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      Thank you, Becky!
      Reply
  9. Michelle | A Dish of Daily Life says

    February 10, 2016 at 1:07 am

    I could eat these every night of the week. I love everything about this recipe...and that sauce sounds fantastic!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:28 pm

      I could, too, Michelle! Thanks for your kind words :)
      Reply
  10. Justine | Cooking and Beer says

    February 10, 2016 at 1:10 am

    These tacos look so amazing! I love that creamy garlic lemon sauce! This is like a next level taco recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:28 pm

      So nice of you to say -- thanks, Justine!
      Reply
  11. Cathy Trochelman says

    February 10, 2016 at 1:59 am

    These would be a fun way to get ANY party started! What an awesome twist on tacos!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:28 pm

      Thanks very much, Cathy :)
      Reply
  12. Shreyashi says

    February 10, 2016 at 2:46 am

    Hey Patricia, Shrimp Tacos are always so good. And your pictures, make one drool. By the way, I see you have asked for "dried cumin", is that whole dried raw/ roasted cumin or dried cumin powder? Great post. Pinning it for use. Cheers!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:28 pm

      Thanks so much, Shreyashi! I used dried cumin powder in this recipe - thanks for bringing to my attention -- I'll make an edit :)
      Reply
  13. Sam I Ahead of Thyme says

    February 10, 2016 at 3:12 am

    Yumm! I love tacos and these look amazing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:27 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Sam!
      Reply
  14. Erin says

    February 10, 2016 at 4:12 am

    Patricia, I was thinking the same thing!! Taco Tuesday + Fat Tuesday = awesome. Sadly, I had way too many leftovers to justify cooking anything new so I am thinking about pushing off Taco Tuesday to Wednesday this week ... maybe we will be making these. They look amazing and I know my kids would LOVE them!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:26 pm

      Oh good, Erin! I hope you and your kids enjoy them! I know -- I'm all for "any day is a great day for tacos!" :)
      Reply
  15. Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says

    February 10, 2016 at 4:52 am

    I love seafood tacos! I would love to try this shrimp one!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:26 pm

      Hi Sabrina! I hope you give these a try - lots of flavor & easy to make :)
      Reply
  16. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says

    February 10, 2016 at 12:15 pm

    Hello!! I thought I'd stop by and say thank you for introducing yourself. See, I would have never known you were Italian unless I suppose you have it in your "About" page. My kids when they were home loved tacos and I made them often. It's a great weeknight meal but can be great on a weekend too. I'm looking forward to getting you know you. Give your mamma "un abbraccio" from another Italian.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:23 pm

      Hello, Marisa! I certainly will! Look forward to getting to know you & your recipes better :)
      Reply
  17. Citra Kale @Citra's Home Diary says

    February 10, 2016 at 12:24 pm

    well, now you give me an idea for my "dunno what to do" shrimp in my freezer :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:22 pm

      Great! I'm so glad! Hope you enjoy it (easy to make)!
      Reply
  18. Tara@SimpleFood365 says

    February 10, 2016 at 2:24 pm

    We love shrimp, and these look like a fantastic way to use it! This recipe looks so flavorful. It's on our must-try list, that's for sure.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:22 pm

      Thanks so much, Tara! Hope you give this a try sometime soon!
      Reply
  19. Olivia @ Olivia's Cuisine says

    February 10, 2016 at 7:04 pm

    Wow! These look AMAZING. I don't eat shrimp, but I'm totally making this with chicken. Pinning!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:21 pm

      Thanks so much, Olivia! I originally used the seasoning on fish and that works great, too!
      Reply
  20. Aimee @ ShugarySweets says

    February 10, 2016 at 7:30 pm

    Holy yum! These sound amazing, and I bet that blackened spice recipe will work great on fish too :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:20 pm

      Thanks, Aimee! Yes, for sure! I've used it on fish and it is delicious! :)
      Reply
  21. Shadi says

    February 10, 2016 at 7:50 pm

    How gorgeous are these? Loving the color on the shrimps and those colorful peppers! Perfect for Taco Tuesday! Or any day!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:20 pm

      Thanks so much, Shadi! I agree - any day is a good day for tacos :)
      Reply
  22. Florentina says

    February 11, 2016 at 12:40 am

    I am drooling over this perfection! Shrimp tacos are my favorite on the planet !
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:19 pm

      Mmmm! Now I'm hungry for them again! Thanks :)
      Reply
  23. Chris @ SimpleFood365 says

    February 11, 2016 at 2:36 pm

    We love tacos around our house and these look so good! The pictures are making my mouth water! I am saving this recipe so we can give them a try as they sound delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:19 pm

      Thanks so much, Chris! How great -- hoe you all enjoy them! :)
      Reply
  24. Amanda {Striped Sptaula} says

    February 11, 2016 at 3:53 pm

    Fantastic photos! The mix of seasonings in your shrimp sounds fantastic and I love that you've used Greek yogurt in the sauce. Will definitely be making these.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 11, 2016 at 8:18 pm

      Thanks so much, Amanda! I love the seasoning mix - use it for fish, too! :)
      Reply
  25. The Food Hunter says

    February 12, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    I'm allergic to shrimp if not I would be all over these.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 12, 2016 at 2:46 pm

      How about fish? I've used it with fish, too, and that is good. Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  26. Jessica @ Sprinkle Some Sugar says

    February 12, 2016 at 4:42 pm

    These have my mouth watering! I'm loving the creamy garlic lemon sauce!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2016 at 12:10 am

      Thank you, Jessica! I love the sauce :)
      Reply
  27. Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says

    February 13, 2016 at 2:57 am

    Homemade tacos are the best, and I really like shrimp tacos. Perfect for a fun dinner night.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2016 at 3:55 pm

      Thank you, Gloria!
      Reply
  28. Platter Talk says

    February 14, 2016 at 11:21 pm

    Nice job with this taco creation, Patricia! I can't say which element of that I love the most; you have so many great tasting tings going on with these! I wish I had been there to try one!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 15, 2016 at 2:02 am

      Thank you, Dan! Well....they're easy to make so I hope you give them a go :)
      Reply
  29. Jon says

    May 6, 2016 at 10:15 am

    This is a really nice recipe. But also try Blackened Shrimp Tacos So delicious! You need to try this recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 7, 2016 at 3:29 am

      Thanks, Jon!
      Reply

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