Tacos de Camarón al Ajillo (Garlic Prawn Tacos)
Sizzling garlic and guajillo prawns tucked into warm corn tortillas with guacamole and pickled onions.
Made with Classic guacamole and Pickled red onions (cebollas encurtidas) and Corn tortillas from masa harina. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time25 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.09 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Pat the prawns dry. Toss with the chilli powder and a pinch of salt.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until just golden, not brown.
- 3
Turn the heat up. Add the prawns in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink all the way through and curled.
3 min - 4
Take off the heat and squeeze over the lime juice.
- 5
Warm the ready made corn tortillas (see the base recipe) in a dry pan.
- 6
Fill with the prawns, a spoonful of your ready made classic guacamole and pickled red onions (see the base recipes), and finish with coriander.
Tips
- Slice the garlic rather than chopping it fine. It cooks more slowly and is less likely to burn and turn bitter.
- Do not overcrowd the pan. Cook in two batches if needed so the prawns sear rather than boil.
- Prawns are done as soon as they are pink and opaque. Overcooking makes them rubbery.
Storing and freezing
Eat straight away. Cooked prawns keep in the fridge for up to 1 day if cooled quickly; reheat until steaming hot or eat cold.
Questions
Can I use frozen prawns?
Yes. Defrost them fully in the fridge overnight, then pat them dry. Frozen raw prawns work well in this recipe.
How hot is this?
Mild to medium. Guajillo chilli is fruity and gentle. Add a pinch of cayenne or serve with a hot salsa for more heat.
Are these tacos dairy free?
Yes. They contain no cheese or cream. Check any guajillo powder for added ingredients.
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GFDFEFDouble check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.