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Taco Shrimp Salad Sandwich
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Instructions
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Start by cooking and chopping shrimp. Set aside to cool until needed.
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Then mix combine the sour cream and mayonnaise in a large bowl.
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Next add the lime juice and seasonings and mix until fully combined with the sour cream and mayo.
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Add the shrimp stir until completely coated.
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Mix in the minced jalapenos, cilantro and red onion, reserve some for garnishing. Then add cojita cheese. Stir until evenly combined.
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Serve garnished with remaining red onion, jalapenos and cilantro.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Dry Your Shrimp Thoroughly 🦐Pat shrimp completely dry with paper towels before seasoning to ensure the spices adhere properly and prevent excess moisture from diluting your creamy dressing.
- Toast Your Buns for Structural Integrity 🍞Lightly butter and toast your buns before assembly to create a protective barrier that prevents the bread from becoming soggy from the shrimp salad dressing.
- Bloom Your Spices in Heat 🌶️Gently warm the cumin and paprika with lime juice for 30 seconds before mixing into the mayo-sour cream base to intensify their flavors and create a more cohesive sauce.
- Balance Creamy and Acidic Elements ⚖️Add lime juice gradually to your sour cream-mayo mixture while tasting; the acid should brighten flavors without overpowering the cooling dairy elements.
- Assemble Just Before Serving 🎯Keep shrimp salad separate from buns and fresh toppings until the last moment, adding cilantro and jalapeño just before serving to maintain their vibrant color and crisp texture.
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Hi! I’m Christina… welcome to my kitchen! It’s so nice to meet you! I share tried and true recipes that anyone can make. I believe, if you can read, you can cook.
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Diet at a Glance
High Protein
Low Sugar
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