Fried Chipotle Shrimp Tacos
Looking for the best Southern-inspired shrimp tacos? Try our Fried Chipotle Shrimp Tacos with crispy Gulf shrimp, smoky chipotle seasoning, and a tangy lemon-dill sauce! Perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts.
Equipment
- 1 deep fryer or large frying pot
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Small Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 pounds raw medium Gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cups flour
- 1 packet chipotle seasoning blend
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 tbsp dried dill
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Tortillas for tacos
- Optional toppings: pickled onions, coleslaw, fresh veggies
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: Begin by peeling and deveining the Gulf shrimp if not already prepared.
- Mix the Breading: In a large shallow dish, combine 3 cups of flour, chipotle seasoning blend, smoked paprika, cumin, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Set aside.
- Egg Wash: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Coat the Shrimp: Dip each shrimp into the egg wash, then roll it in the seasoned flour mixture until fully coated.
- Fry the Shrimp: Heat oil in a deep fryer or large frying pot on medium heat. Fry the coated shrimp until they turn golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain excess oil on paper towels.
- Prepare the Sour Cream Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, dried dill, and fresh lemon juice to create a tangy lemon-dill sauce.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a handful of fried shrimp into each tortilla, then top with shredded Mexican blend cheese and a generous dollop of the lemon-dill sour cream sauce.
- Optional Toppings: Add pickled onions, coleslaw, or your favorite veggies for extra texture and flavor.
- Serve: Enjoy the tacos fresh with a wedge of lemon for added brightness.