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Beer Battered Shrimp Tacos

Crispy Beer Battered Shrimp Tacos for a Flavorful Summer Feast

Beer Battered Shrimp Tacos bring a refreshing twist to classic Mexican cuisine, perfect for summer dining.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 12 pieces Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or frozen works great!
  • 1 12-ounce bottle Beer Opt for a light lager for best results.
  • Oil for Frying Choose oil with a high smoke point.
  • Homemade Corn Tortillas Feel free to use store-bought if you're in a hurry.
For the Slaw
  • 2 ½ cups Savoy Cabbage, finely shredded Substitute with green cabbage if needed.
  • 1 piece Green Onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Cilantro Leave out if you're not a fan.
  • 3 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar is a good alternative.
  • 2 teaspoons Whole Grain Mustard Dijon is a fine substitute.
  • 2 teaspoons Honey Agave syrup can be used for a vegan option.
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper Season to taste.
For the Cilantro-Lime Crema
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be swapped for a lighter version.
  • 1 piece Lime, zest and juice Fresh lime juice makes a difference!
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Cilantro More cilantro means more zest!
For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour works as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons Salt For flavoring the batter.
  • 1 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper
Serving Suggestions
  • Lime Wedges Serve alongside for a refreshing squeeze.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tortilla press or rolling pin
  • skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Make Corn Tortillas: Whip up a batch of homemade corn tortillas or warm store-bought ones. Use a tortilla press or rolling pin to flatten the dough into circles about 6 inches wide. Cook each tortilla in a hot, dry skillet over medium-high heat for about 30 seconds on each side until lightly browned. Keep warm by wrapping in a clean towel.
  2. Prepare Slaw: Combine savoy cabbage, green onion, and minced cilantro in a bowl. In another bowl, mix apple cider vinegar, mustard, honey, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, combine with slaw, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare Cilantro-Lime Crema: Whisk together sour cream, lime juice and zest, and minced cilantro in a bowl until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Fry Shrimp: Heat oil in a Dutch oven until it reaches 350°F. Mix flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Gradually whisk in beer until smooth. Dip shrimp in batter and fry in small batches for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy.
  5. Assemble Tacos: Place fried shrimp on warm tortillas, top with slaw, and drizzle with cilantro-lime crema. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Enjoy these tacos fresh off the stove for the best texture. Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor.

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