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.
Smoky Southern Flavor with Fried Chipotle Shrimp Tacos
If you’re craving a Southern spin on fish tacos, these Fried Chipotle Shrimp Tacos are about to become your new favorite. Crispy Gulf shrimp, coated in a bold chipotle seasoning, are fried to golden perfection and wrapped in soft tortillas.
This Southern-inspired dish combines smoky, spicy flavors with a refreshing tang from a homemade lemon-dill sour cream.
Fried Chipotle Shrimp Tacos Recipe
Ingredients:
- raw medium Gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined
- all-purpose flour
- chipotle taco seasoning blend
- smoked paprika
- cumin
- onion powder
- black pepper
- salt
- eggs
- whole milk
- Shredded Mexican blend cheese
- sour cream
- dried dill
- fresh lemon juice
- Tortillas for tacos
- Optional toppings: pickled onions, coleslaw, fresh veggies
Instructions:
- Prep the Shrimp
- Mix the Breading
- Make the Egg Wash
- Coat the Shrimp
- Fry the Shrimp
- Prepare the Sour Cream Sauce
- Assemble the Tacos
- Add Optional Toppings
- Serve and enjoy
A Taste of the Gulf Coast
There’s something undeniably Southern about using fresh Gulf shrimp, especially when they’re paired with smoky chipotle spices and fried until crispy.
This recipe takes the best of Southern seafood tradition and gives it a modern twist. With each bite, you get a satisfying crunch followed by the bold flavors of paprika, cumin, and onion powder, balanced perfectly by the creamy, citrusy kick of the lemon-dill sour cream sauce. It’s the perfect blend of spice and tang.
Customize Your Taco
These fried shrimp tacos are highly customizable. Add some shredded Mexican blend cheese for a little richness, and throw in some pickled onions or coleslaw to give the tacos extra crunch and zing.
This is a dish that invites creativity, letting you experiment with different toppings to make it your own. Whether you’re throwing together a quick family meal or serving friends at a cookout, these chipotle shrimp tacos are sure to impress.
Why You’ll Love These Tacos:
- Crispy and Flavorful Shrimp: Gulf shrimp coated in chipotle seasoning and fried to golden perfection.
- Smoky, Tangy Sauce: A simple but flavorful lemon-dill sour cream adds a refreshing contrast to the smoky chipotle.
- Southern Vibes: Every bite reminds you of the flavors of the Gulf Coast, with a spicy, comforting Southern feel.
These tacos are a delicious way to enjoy shrimp with a Southern twist. Pair them with a cold drink and some extra lemon wedges, and you’ve got yourself a meal that’s perfect for any day of the week!
Fried Chipotle Shrimp Tacos
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.
Fried Chipotle Shrimp Tacos
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.
