Description
These Tacos de Camarones y Bistec (Shrimp and Steak Tacos) deliver bold Mexican flavors with juicy flank steak, succulent shrimp, and fresh toppings like avocado, cilantro, and red onion. Perfect for taco night or a festive gathering, this easy and quick recipe is ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
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1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 lb flank steak
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon cumin
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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8 small soft corn tortillas
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1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
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1 lime, cut into wedges
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1 avocado, sliced
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1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
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1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
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In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice blend over both the shrimp and flank steak until well coated.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the flank steak for 4–5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your preferred doneness. Remove and let rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
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In the same skillet, cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
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Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
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Assemble the tacos: fill each tortilla with shrimp and steak, then top with red onion, cilantro, avocado, and if desired, drizzle with sour cream and hot sauce. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice.
Notes
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Flank steak can be swapped for skirt steak or sirloin if preferred.
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For extra flavor, marinate the steak for 30 minutes before cooking.
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These tacos pair well with Mexican rice, black beans, or a fresh slaw.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican