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    Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema

    Published: Mar 14, 2025, by TheAirFryingDiva, This post may contain affiliate or amazon links.
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    Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema, a delicious appetizer recipe made in about 20 minutes and served in a creamy lime flavored dip.
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    This recipe for Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema in impressive, yet simple to put together.

    Made with savory roasted shrimp set and served in its own cup, this tasty appetizer is perfect for serving at your next celebration or game day gathering .

    Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema, a delicious appetizer recipe made in about 20 minutes and served in a creamy lime flavored dip.

    What you will read about in this recipe.

    • What makes taco bites so good?
    • Why you will love this easy shrimp appetizer.
    • Ingredients you will need to make this shrimp appetizer.
    • How to make Shrimp Taco Bites.
    • Tips for making the best shrimp bites.
    • How to store leftover bites.
    • Print the recipe for Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema

    What makes taco bites so good?

    These individual sized bites are like mini-seized tacos that can be easy served and enjoyed.

    The lime crema dip offers the perfect balance of tangy and zesty flavors that make the taco bites even better!

    Have you tried my Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

    Made with fresh shrimp and coconut, that 15 minute air fryer recipe is healthier than a fried in oil recipe. Both this taco bite recipe and that air fryer recipe are easy and tasty shrimp appetizer recipes that are sure to impress.

    Wonton wrappers are used in these bites to house your tasty shrimp. You can find wonton wrappers here.

    Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema, a delicious appetizer recipe made in about 20 minutes and served in a creamy lime flavored dip.

    Why you will love this easy shrimp appetizer.

    This recipe offers the perfect balance of savory, crunchy, and creamy elements. The shrimp itself provides a tender and slightly savory element while the wrapper offers a crunchy balance.

    Here is what else you will like about this recipe.

    • Each shrimp bite is an individually sized serving, which means there is nothing else to do to enjoy them.
    • The savory crema sauce offers a flavorful balance to the bites can be served as a dip or a dollop.
    • It takes about 20 minutes to put this recipe together.
    • Personalizing this recipe is as easy as topping your bites with shredded cheese, bacon bits, or a slice of fresh avocado.
    Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema, a delicious appetizer recipe made in about 20 minutes and served in a creamy lime flavored dip.

    Ingredients you will need to make this shrimp appetizer.

    • Shrimp. Small or medium sized shrimp (raw) that have been peeled and deveined.
    • Seasonings: Chili Powder, Garlic Powder, Paprika, Cumin.
    • Olive Oil. For toasting the wonton cups.
    • For the Lime Crema. Sour Cream, Milk, Lime juice, and lime zest.
    • Optional Garnish. Shredded cheese, chipped lettuce, guacamole, or sliced avocado.

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    Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema, a delicious appetizer recipe made in about 20 minutes and served in a creamy lime flavored dip.

    How to make Shrimp Taco Bites.

    Prep Time: 20 minutes .
    Servings: 24 individual bites .

    1. Shells. Preheat your oven to 350 and prep a mini muffin pan for nonstick (spray can work). Use a pastry brush or similar item to lightly brush each side of the wonton wrappers with olive oil. Then press each of the wrappers into the cups of your muffin pan, creating a cup shape.
    2. Bake. Place your muffin pan into your preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the wontons are crisp and golden brown around the edges. After sitting at room temperature for a minute, carefully remove the cups from the pan and transfer them to a wire rack to cool.
    3. Shrimp. Place your cleaned shrimp into a large bowl or zip top bag. Add the seasonings and toss the shrimp until they are all coated with the seasonings.
    4. Cook. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add your remaining olive oil to the skillet and heat the oil for one minute. Then add your shrimp to the skillet, leaving space between each shrimp. Cook your shrimp for about two and a half minutes on each side or until done (light pink, opaque, and slightly firm to the touch).
    5. Crema. While the shrimp is cooling, you can make your crema. In a medium bowl, us a whisk to combine all of the ingredients. You can then refrigerate the crema while you assemble your bites.
    6. Assemble. Place each of your wonton cups on a rimmed baking sheet or flat work space. Place a small amount of the optional ingredients (such as cheese and lettuce) into the bottom of each cup, leaving space for the shrimp. Place a shrimp on top of the optional ingredients and then place a dollop of the crema on top of each of the shrimp.
    7. Serve. These bites are best when served warm.

    Tips for making the best shrimp bites.

    My bites were made with small (30-40 count) shrimp. Most 'large' shrimp could also work depending on the size or adjustments to the shrimp.

    More helpful tips for you.

    1. Your shrimp should be defrosted if frozen, peeled, deveined, and tails removed for convenient serving and enjoying.
    2. Not a fan of wonton wrappers? You can try using fresh flour tortillas or even scooped shaped tortilla chips. There may be some adjustments needed with these alternatives.
    3. It is best to assemble these bites before serving to prevent the wrappers from getting soggy. You can prepare this in advance however, baking your cups and cooking your shrimp.
    Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema, a delicious appetizer recipe made in about 20 minutes and served in a creamy lime flavored dip.

    How to store leftover bites.

    The assembled shrimp bites are best when served freshly made. You can however store the cooked shrimp for up to a couple of days refrigerated and cover and refrigerate the crema for up to five days.

    You may also be interested in these easy appetizer recipes.

    • Cheesy Sheet Pan Nachos
    • Crockpot Little Smokies Cocktail Sausages
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    • Crispy Air Fryer Mac and Cheese Bites
    • Easy Crockpot Reuben Dip Recipe
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    Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema

    Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema, a delicious appetizer recipe made in about 20 minutes and served in a creamy lime flavored dip.
    Prep Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time20 minutes mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Sheet Pan
    Search Result: Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema
    Servings: 24

    Equipment

    • Mini Muffin Pan
    • Skillet

    Ingredients

    • 24 Shrimp. -Small or medium sized shrimp raw that have been peeled and deveined.
    • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
    • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
    • ½ teaspoon Paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon Cumin
    • 1½ tablespoon Olive Oil -- divided

    For the Lime Crema.

    • ¼ cup Sour Cream
    • 1 tablespoon Milk
    • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
    • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest.

    Optional Garnish. Shredded cheese, chipped lettuce, guacamole, or sliced avocado.

    Instructions

    • Shells. Preheat your oven to 350 and prep a mini muffin pan for nonstick (spray can work). Use a pastry brush or similar item to lightly brush each side of the wonton wrappers with olive oil. Then press each of the wrappers into the cups of your muffin pan, creating a cup shape.
    • Bake. Place your muffin pan into your preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the wontons are crisp and golden brown around the edges. After sitting at room temperature for a minute, carefully remove the cups from the pan and transfer them to a wire rack to cool.
    • Shrimp. Place your cleaned shrimp into a large bowl or zip top bag. Add the seasonings and toss the shrimp until they are all coated with the seasonings.
    • Cook. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add your remaining olive oil to the skillet and heat the oil for one minute. Then add your shrimp to the skillet, leaving space between each shrimp. Cook your shrimp for about two and a half minutes on each side or until done (light pink, opaque, and slightly firm to the touch).
    • Crema. While the shrimp is cooling, you can make your crema. In a medium bowl, us a whisk to combine all of the ingredients. You can then refrigerate the crema while you assemble your bites.
    • Assemble. Place each of your wonton cups on a rimmed baking sheet or flat work space. Place a small amount of the optional ingredients (such as cheese and lettuce) into the bottom of each cup, leaving space for the shrimp. Place a shrimp on top of the optional ingredients and then place a dollop of the crema on top of each of the shrimp.
    • Serve. These bites are best when served warm.

    Recipe Notes

    *Please check the nutritional labels to assure that you are sticking to your diet restrictions for any substitutions used.
    Also, please see the actual recipe post for further details on this recipe.
    Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 62IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.1mg
    Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!

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    Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema, a delicious appetizer recipe made in about 20 minutes and served in a creamy lime flavored dip.

    Shrimp Taco Bites with Lime Crema, a delicious appetizer recipe made in about 20 minutes and served in a creamy lime flavored dip.

    Please see recipe post for further details on this recipe.

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    1. Sam

      March 16, 2025 at 8:25 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy and easy idea

      • TheAirFryingDiva

        March 17, 2025 at 9:40 am

        I agree!!

    2. Molly

      March 23, 2025 at 5:23 pm

      5 stars
      Surprised at how easy and yummy this was

      • TheAirFryingDiva

        March 24, 2025 at 1:56 pm

        It really is an easy recipe!

    5 from 2 votes

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