Cheese Shell Keto Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Sauce
Ingredients:
For Cheese Shells:
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
For Shrimp Filling:
- 1 pound of big prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Cilantro Lime Sauce:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings:
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced avocado
- Sliced jalapeños
Instructions:
1. Cheese Shells:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the shredded cheese, ground cumin, and chili powder.
- Scoop 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out.
- Flatten and shape each portion into a circle.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the sides turn golden brown.
- Allow the cheese shells to cool for a few minutes before gently peeling them off the parchment paper.
2. Shrimp Filling:
- In a bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the prawns until they are evenly coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until they are opaque and cooked through.
3. Cilantro Lime Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
4. Assembling Tacos:
- Place a cheese shell on a serving plate.
- Spoon a portion of the shrimp filling into the cheese shell.
- Drizzle with cilantro lime sauce.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, and jalapeños.
5. Serving:
Serve the Cheese Shell Keto Shrimp Tacos immediately, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
- Sodium: 750mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 7g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 35g
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serving Size: 4 tacos
Enjoy your delicious and low-carb Cheese Shell Keto Shrimp Tacos!