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14 Mexican Shrimp Dishes You’ll Dream About

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These Mexican shrimp recipes are packed with big, bold flavors that everyone loves. They are perfect for busy weeknights because they cook up so fast. You can choose from garlic butter shrimp, fresh ceviche, or tasty tacos. Each dish makes dinner feel extra special without taking all night. Get ready to cook something amazing that will have everyone at your table going back for seconds and maybe even thirds.

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Arroz con Camarones (shrimp and rice)

Mexican Shrimp and Rice served next to beans and a jalapeno on a decorative plate.
Arroz con Camarones. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

This is a simple but delicious one-pot meal with shrimp and rice. Arroz con Camarones is a great choice for any busy evening.
Get the Recipe: Arroz con Camarones

Ceviche de Camarón (shrimp ceviche)

Two tostadas of Shrimp Ceviche topped with sliced avocado sitting on top of a wooden surface.
Ceviche de Camaron. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Lime-cured shrimp on a crispy tostada bursts with fresh and vibrant flavors. This Ceviche de Camaron makes every single bite unforgettable.
Get the recipe: Ceviche de Camarón

Ensalada de Camaron (Mexican Shrimp Salad)

Ensalada de Camaron (Mexican Shrimp Salad) in a large white serving dish.
Ensalada de Camaron. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Fresh shrimp and crunchy veggies are mixed in a creamy dressing. Ensalada de Camaron is a tasty salad perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Get the recipe: Ensalada de Camaron

Camarones con Calabacitas (shrimp and squash)

A white plate filled with a shrimp and vegetable medley including zucchini, tomatoes, and crumbled cheese. A side portion of mixed salad greens is visible at the bottom left of the plate. The dish is served on a light wooden table.
Calabacitas con Camaron. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

This dish is packed with flavor and cooks in almost no time at all. Camarones con Calabacitas is perfect for a speedy and delicious dinner.
Get the Recipe: Camarones con Calabacitas

Aguachile Verde

Aguachiles, or Shrimp in Spicy Green Chile Sauce, surrounded by crackers, lime and decorative Mexican tablecloth
Aguachile Verde. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Succulent shrimp sit in a light and spicy green chile sauce. Making Aguachile Verde is a sure way to impress your guests at dinner.
Get the recipe: Aguachile Verde

Camarones a la Diabla (deviled shrimp)

Camarones a la Diabla served next to white rice and lime wedges.
Camarones a la Diabla. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Plump shrimp are covered in a flavorful and spicy sauce in this dish. Camarones a la Diabla cooks up completely in less than thirty minutes.
Get the Recipe: Camarones a la Diabla

Shrimp Tacos

Three shrimp tacos topped with jalapeno slices sitting on a wooden cutting board.
Tacos de Camaron. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

They are full of flavor and super easy to make in less than thirty minutes. These Shrimp Tacos might just be the best ones you ever try.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Tacos

Camarones en Crema Chipotle

A skillet filled with creamy garlic shrimp garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices rests on a wooden surface. A small plate of additional lemon slices and a blue-striped towel are nearby, with a bunch of cilantro adding a touch of green in the background.
Camarones en Crema Chipotle. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Juicy shrimp are cooked in a creamy and delicious chipotle sauce. Camarones en Crema Chipotle is an amazing dish ready for dinner in under half an hour.
Get the Recipe: Camarones en Crema Chipotle

Sinaloa-Style Shrimp Tacos Gobernador

Tacos Gobernador stacked on a decorative blue talavera plate.
Tacos Gobernador. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

These tacos have gooey cheese oozing out of crispy tortillas filled with shrimp. Tacos Gobernador are the kind of food you will keep thinking about.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Tacos Gobernador

Camarones al Ajillo (Mexican Garlic Shrimp)

A skillet filled with shrimp cooked in a spicy sauce, garnished with lime slices and chopped cilantro. The dish is placed on a wooden surface near a striped cloth napkin.
Camarones al Ajillo. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Plump shrimp are coated in a flavorful and slightly spicy chile sauce. Camarones al Ajillo is super fast to make and tastes really amazing.
Get the Recipe: Camarones al Ajillo

Baja Shrimp Tacos

Baja Shrimp Tacos served on a white next to lime wedges and pickled red onion.
Baja Shrimp Tacos. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

They mix crunchy shrimp, fresh cabbage, and spicy chipotle mayo in a warm tortilla. You have got to try these tasty Baja Shrimp Tacos.
Get the Recipe: Baja Shrimp Tacos

Camarones al Mojo de Ajo (garlic shrimp)

Shrimp and rice served in a glass plate with lime slices as garnish
Camarones al Mojo de Ajo. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Shrimp are cooked in a rich and flavorful garlic butter sauce. Camarones al Mojo de Ajo is a quick and easy dish taking less than thirty minutes.
Get Recipe: Camarones al Mojo de Ajo

Brochetas de Camaron (shrimp skewers)

Brochetas de Camarón served on a white plate next to fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges.
Brochetas de Camaron. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

These are an easy recipe that is really big on flavor. Brochetas de Camaron pair well with lime, salsa, and warm tortillas for any meal.
Get the recipe: Brochetas de Camaron

Coctel de Camaron (Mexican Shrimp Cocktail)

A large glass goblet is filled with a shrimp cocktail garnished with cilantro. The dish includes shrimp, onions, and herbs in a tomato-based sauce. A bowl with more of the cocktail is in the background, along with lime wedges and a jalapeño on the table.
Coctel de Camaron. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

It is an easy and refreshing recipe packed with amazing flavor. Coctel de Camaron is like seafood magic in every bite for lunch or an appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Coctel de Camaron

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