Buttery Lobster & Garlic Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema 🌮🦞🍤
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
For the Tacos
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 lb (450g) lobster meat, cooked and chopped
1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
For the Lime Crema
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
Salt, to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Lime Crema
Mix Crema Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, and salt. Stir until smooth and set aside.
Cook the Seafood
Heat Butter: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Cook Shrimp: Add minced garlic and shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Add Lobster: Gently stir in the chopped lobster meat and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Assemble the Tacos
Warm Tortillas: In a separate pan or directly over a flame, warm the tortillas until pliable.
Fill Tortillas: Divide the buttery lobster and shrimp mixture among the warmed tortillas.
Garnish: Drizzle with lime crema and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
Serve
Enjoy: Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Tips and Variations
Add Veggies: Top with shredded cabbage or sliced avocado for added crunch.
Spice It Up: Add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce for heat.
Storage: Leftover seafood can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Enjoy your Buttery Lobster & Garlic Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema – a delicious and indulgent treat!