Baja Shrimp Tacos
These Baja-style tacos feature seasoned and sautéed plant-based shrimp tucked into warm corn tortillas with crisp cabbage. Finished with fresh pico de gallo and a creamy, spicy cilantro sauce, these tacos are bold, bright, and irresistible.
Equipment Needed
Knife • Cutting board • Skillets • Tongs • Mixing bowls • Gas or electric burner • Measuring spoons and cups
Ingredients
Yield: 4 portions (~12 tacos)
½ teaspoon salt and pepper
½ teaspoon ancho chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ pound Bayou Best Plant-Based Shrimp (approx. 48 shrimp; 4 per taco, 3 tacos per serving)
2 tablespoons oil
12 corn tortillas
10 ounces (about 3 cups) cabbage, shredded
1 ¼ cups plant-based jalapeño jack or cheddar cheese (optional)
6 ounces (about 1 cup) fresh pico de gallo (optional)
7 ounces (about ¾ cup) spicy cilantro sauce (optional)
Yield: 25 portions (~75 tacos)
½ tablespoon salt and pepper
½ tablespoon ancho chili powder
½ tablespoon cumin
½ tablespoon garlic powder
2 ½ pounds Bayou Best Plant-Based Shrimp
⅓ cup oil
40 corn tortillas
2 pounds 3 ounces (about 10 cups) cabbage, shredded
4 cups plant-based jalapeño jack or cheddar cheese (optional)
20 ounces (about 3 ½ cups) fresh pico de gallo (optional)
24 ounces (about 3 cups) spicy cilantro sauce (optional)
Directions
1. Season the Shrimp
In a bowl, combine salt, pepper, ancho chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Lightly season the shrimp with the spice mix.
2. Cook the Shrimp
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a portion of the oil and sauté the shrimp in batches until lightly browned on all sides.
3. Toast the Tortillas
Using the remaining oil, lightly toast the tortillas on both sides until warm and slightly crisp. Set aside.
4. Assemble the Tacos
Lay out tortillas and top with shrimp, cabbage, cheese, pico de gallo, and spicy cilantro sauce. Serve immediately.
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