shrimp and bell pepper tacos
HealthCentral.com p29
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prep time
cook time
method
Saute
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 6 ounces frozen large shrimp, peeled, deveined, thawed and patted dry
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 te teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 16 ounces frozen pepper medley
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 6 - 8-inch whole-wheat flour tortillas
- 6 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream or plain greek yogurt, stirred
How To Make shrimp and bell pepper tacos
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Step 1In medium bowl, combine the thawed shrimp with the cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper and cayenne.
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Step 2Heat 2 tsp of the oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and saute for about 2-3 minutes or until shrimp is cooked through. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon.
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Step 3Add remaining oil to the skillet and add the pepper medley. Saute the peppers for about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and saute for about 2 minutes. Drain off any excess liquid. Add the lime juice and cook for 30 seconds. Add back the cooked shrimp and toss to coat with peppers.
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Step 4Heat the whole-wheat tortillas by toasting them one at a time in a medium skillet over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes per side.
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Step 5Divide the shrimp-pepper mixture between all 6 tortillas. Fold over, sprinkle with cheese and top with sour cream or yogurt.
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