Tempura Shrimp Tacos

Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Tempura Shrimp Tacos
27 min.
6
480kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your taco night with a mouthwatering twist? Our Tempura Shrimp Tacos are a delightful fusion of crispy texture and fresh flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing! Perfect for lunch or dinner, these tacos are an irresistible main course option that everyone will enjoy, and the best part? They're completely dairy-free!

In just 27 minutes, you can whip up a delicious meal that serves six people, making it an ideal dish for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. The star of this recipe is the succulent, tempura-battered shrimp, which are fried to golden perfection, creating a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the cool and tangy Mexi-Coleslaw mix. Combined with warm fajita-size flour tortillas, each taco is a flavor explosion waiting to happen.

But don't forget the toppings! Customize your tacos with fresh chopped tomatoes, creamy diced avocados, and fragrant cilantro to make each bite even more satisfying. It's a fun and interactive meal, allowing everyone to build their own tacos just the way they like them. Whether you're a taco aficionado or just looking to try something new, these Tempura Shrimp Tacos are sure to impress. Get ready to dive into a vibrant culinary experience that brings together fresh ingredients and bold flavors, all while being quick and easy to prepare!

Ingredients

  • servings mexi-coleslaw mix 
  • 12 6-inch fajita-size flour tortillas warmed ()
  • 0.8 cup beer light cold
  • pound shrimp raw unpeeled ()
  • teaspoons fajita seasoning mix 
  • servings toppings: tomatoes fresh diced chopped
  • servings vegetable oil 
  • cup tempura batter mix 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Peel shrimp; devein, if desired.
  2. Whisk together tempura batter mix, beer, and fajita seasoning in a large bowl; let stand 5 minutes.
  3. Pour oil to depth of 2 inches into a Dutch oven; heat to 32
  4. Dip shrimp in tempura batter, shaking off excess. Fry shrimp, in batches, 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until golden; drain on a wire rack over paper towels.
  5. Serve in warm tortillas with Mexi-Coleslaw
  6. Mix and desired toppings.
  7. Note: We tested with McCormick Golden Dipt Tempura Seafood Batter
  8. Mix.
  9. Tempura Shrimp Salad: Omit tortillas. Prepare 2 batches of Mexi-Coleslaw
  10. Mix as directed. Proceed with Tempura Shrimp Tacos recipe as directed through Step
  11. Place Mexi-Coleslaw
  12. Mix in a serving bowl; top with shrimp.
  13. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Calories480kcal
Protein14.95%
Fat38.01%
Carbs47.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.17
Glycemic Load
11.24
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
21.651304348655%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
1.22mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.23mg
Quercetin
1.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:479.93kcal
24%
Fat:19.99g
30.75%
Saturated Fat:4.05g
25.31%
Carbohydrates:55.67g
18.56%
Net Carbohydrates:50.69g
18.43%
Sugar:7.09g
7.87%
Cholesterol:95.25mg
31.75%
Sodium:930.26mg
40.45%
Alcohol:0.91g
100%
Alcohol %:0.3%
100%
Protein:17.69g
35.38%
Vitamin K:55.49µg
52.84%
Selenium:35.95µg
51.36%
Phosphorus:357.49mg
35.75%
Vitamin A:1664.4IU
33.29%
Manganese:0.61mg
30.44%
Vitamin C:25.06mg
30.38%
Vitamin B3:5.26mg
26.3%
Folate:103.86µg
25.96%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
25.9%
Vitamin E:3.42mg
22.78%
Fiber:4.98g
19.93%
Iron:3.44mg
19.13%
Potassium:615.62mg
17.59%
Calcium:174.24mg
17.42%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.48%
Copper:0.32mg
15.93%
Vitamin B12:0.85µg
14.08%
Magnesium:55.66mg
13.92%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.43%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.38%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.19%
Source:My Recipes