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# Cilantro-Lime Fresh Shrimp Tacos
- URL: https://news.freshaig.com/cilantro-lime-fresh-shrimp-tacos/
- Published: 2026-08-12T21:45:30.000Z
- Updated: 2026-08-17T19:44:51.000Z
- Description: Bring the family together with these quick, comforting, and budget-friendly Cilantro-Lime Fresh Shrimp Tacos, featuring the freshest local seafood from FreshAIG.
- Author: Ben
- Tags: Recipes, Shrimp, Pan-Sear, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, #Import 2026-08-09 21:18

## FreshAIG Quick Facts

- Species: Gulf White Shrimp (Litopenaeus setiferus)
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Diet Type: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

*Preparation Method: This recipe was tested using fresh Gulf shrimp from local merchants,* [*pan-seared*](https://news.freshaig.com/tag/pan-sear/) *quickly to maintain their sweet, delicate texture.*

**Serves:** 4 people

## Ingredients

- 1 lb fresh Gulf white shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion

## Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, toss the fresh [shrimp](https://news.freshaig.com/tag/shrimp/) with olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder until evenly coated.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and pan-sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn a vibrant pink and opaque.
3. Remove the skillet from the heat and immediately stir in the fresh cilantro and lime juice, scraping up any flavorful bits from the pan to coat the shrimp.
4. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or over an open flame until pliable and slightly charred around the edges.
5. Assemble the tacos by placing a small amount of shredded cabbage on each tortilla, topping with the warm cilantro-lime shrimp, and garnishing with red onion slices. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.

Enjoy this wholesome meal that perfectly balances flavor, nutrition, and your budget. When you source your seafood through local merchants on [FreshAIG](https://www.freshaig.com/?ref=news.freshaig.com), you [get more value](https://news.freshaig.com/value-of-local-seafood/) and [the piece of mind](https://news.freshaig.com/seafood-is-wholesome/) that comes from shopping local with trusted merchants.