Easy Shrimp Burrito Recipe – Quick, Flavorful & Restaurant-Style!
Juicy seasoned shrimp, creamy avocado, and melted cheese wrapped in a warm tortilla – this 30-minute shrimp burrito tastes better than takeout!
Ingredients
Shrimp Filling:
- 1 lb 450g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning homemade or store-bought
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
Burrito Assembly:
- 4 large 10-inch flour tortillas
- 2 cups cooked rice white or cilantro lime
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 ripe avocado sliced
- ½ cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
Optional Add-ons:
- Pico de gallo, sour cream, hot sauce
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp:
- Pat shrimp dry, toss with taco seasoning and lime juice.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink. Set aside.
- Prep tortillas:
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave (15-20 seconds wrapped in a damp towel).
- Assemble burritos:
- Layer rice, beans, shrimp, avocado, and cheese in the center of each tortilla.
- Fold sides inward, then roll tightly from the bottom up.
- Optional crispiness:
- Grill seam-side down in a skillet for 1-2 minutes until golden.
Notes
- Storage: Keep fillings separate for meal prep; assembled burritos last 1 day in the fridge.
- Substitutions: Use cauliflower rice for low-carb, or lettuce wraps for gluten-free.
- Pro Tip: Brush burritos with melted butter before grilling for extra crispness.