Tacos Gobernador are cheesy shrimp tacos wrapped in crispy corn tortillas that come together in under 40 minutes, making them a delicious dinner option that everyone in the family will love!
This dish of Tacos de Camaron Gobernador (Governor Shrimp Tacos), are a Mexican classic that combines succulent shrimp, peppers, onions, cheese, and a medley of flavorful spices, all tucked into warm, crispy corn tortillas. Whether you’re a seafood lover or a taco enthusiast, you won’t want to miss this savory twist on a traditional favorite.
Follow our step-by-step guide and treat your taste buds to a fiesta of flavors!
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Reasons to Love this Recipe
- Bursting with Flavor: The medley of ingredients and spices, create a mouthwatering explosion of flavors in every bite.
- Seafood Elegance: If you’re a seafood lover, you’ll adore this dish. A delightful alternative to the usual meaty tacos.
- Simple to Prepare: A really simple and quick recipe to put together, making it perfect for a lunch or quick meal.
- Creamy Cheese Bliss: Adding cheese to these tacos. creates a delightful delicious, melty experience.
- A Taste of Mexico: It’s a delicious, cultural journey that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine to your table.
Ingredients
- Shrimps – Use raw shrimps for the best flavor.
- Bell Peppers – Use green, red or for a more authentic flavor use poblano peppers.
- Onions – An important part of this recipe but if you don’t like onions, simply, exclude.
- Tomatoes – The tomatoes add a yummy robust flavor.
- Corn Tortillas – If you’re not a fan of corn tortillas, use flour ones instead.
*See my recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements and instructions.*
Substitutions and Variations
I Don’t Like Corn Tortillas, can I Use Flour Tortillas?
- Absolutely! Use what you like and prefer for tacos.
Can I Add Any Other Seasonings?
- There are a couple of different variations of this classic, including adding a few tablespoons from chipotles in adobo sauce and one or two teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce.
Can I Use Different Peppers?
- Another traditional pepper are poblano chiles. Substitute with poblanos or do a combination of bell peppers and poblanos.
What’s the Best Cheese to Use for these Tacos?
- Cheeses like oaxaca, asadero, mozzarella and Monterey, all work well.
How Can I Make these Tacos Spicy?
- Add chopped jalapeños and for even spicier tacos, use serrano peppers.
Instructions
Step 1: Rinse the shrimp under cool water. Place on a cutting board and cut into ½ inch chunks. Set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Step 2: Saute pepper and onions in a skillet over medium heat with 3 tablespoons of butter. Cook until onions are translucent, about 4 minutes.
Step 3: Add the shrimp to the mixture with juice of half a lime, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook just until shrimp turn pink. Note: DO NOT overcook shrimps or they will become gummy and tough.
Step 4: Add the tomatoes and garlic. Toss and cook for 1 minute.
Step 5: Stir everything together one last time and cook for another 30 seconds. The mixture is ready..
Step 6: In another skillet or comal, add a a tablespoon of butter over medium heat. When the butter melts, lower the heat some and add one or two tortillas at a time to the skillet. Top one side of the tortillas with the cheese followed by 2-3 tablespoons of the shrimp mixture.
Step 7: Top the tacos with more cheese.
Step 8: Flip the other side of the taco over and allow the cheese to melt some. Flip over again and allow the cheese to melt on the other side. The tacos are done! Top with chopped cilantro and serve with your favorite sauce.
What to Serve with Tacos de Camaron Gobernador
These tacos are great on their own but if you are serving them for lunch or dinner, here are some ideas:
- Ensalada de Papa (Puerto Rican Potato Salad)
- Ensalada de Coditos (Puerto Rican Macaroni Salad)
- Ensalada de Coditos con Jamón (Puerto Rican Macaroni Salad with Ham)
- French Fries and Tossed Salad
Sauces to Serve with these Tacos
Here are a few great sauces to serve these tacos with:
Recipe FAQs
Store the leftovers in a plastic container and store in the refrigerator.
Reheat the shrimp mixture on the stovetop in a skillet or in the microwave until heated through.
Consume within 2 days.
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Tacos Gobernador
Ingredients
- 1 pound uncooked large shrimp de-shelled, deveined, cut into small pieces
- 1 small onion chopped or thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper or poblano cut into thin strips
- 1 serrano pepper (optional)minced or finely chopped
- 2-3 roma tomatoes chopped
- 2-3 garlic cloves finely chopped
- 3 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 limes
- 8 corn tortillas
- 8 ounces oaxaca cheese, monterey, mozzarella or provolone cheese shredded or thinly sliced
- 1-2 tablespoon fresh cilantro (optional) chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
For Sauces
- salsa verde for topping
- avocado cilantro sauce for topping
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cool water. Place on a cutting board and cut into ½ inch chunks. Set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Saute pepper and onions in a skillet over medium heat with 3 tablespoons of butter. Cook until onions are translucent, about 4 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the mixture with juice of half a lime, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook just until shrimp turn pink. Note: DO NOT overcook shrimps or they will become gummy and tough.
- Add the tomatoes and garlic. Toss and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir everything together one last time and cook for another 30 seconds. The mixture is ready.
- In another skillet or comal, add a a tablespoon of butter over medium heat. When the butter melts, lower the heat some and add one or two tortillas at a time to the skillet. Top one side of the tortillas with the cheese followed by 2-3 tablespoons of the shrimp mixture. Top the tacos with more cheese.
- Flip the other side of the taco over and allow the cheese to melt some. Flip over again and allow the cheese to melt on the other side. Repeat the process with the rest of the tortillas. The tacos are done!
- Keep the cooked tacos warm in a preheated 200-degree oven.Enjoy!
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Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
I love tacos and these sound so good, cheese and shrimp are two of my favourite ingredients! Love that they take such little time to make too!
Cathy says
Thank you Bintu!
Tisha says
Love shrimp! This looks like something I could definitely put into my weekly menu!
Cathy says
Hope you do Tisha!
Monica | Nourish + Fete says
These are the perfect game day appetizer, no doubt about it! Cheese and shrimp stuffed in a taco? Yes please!
Cathy says
Yes Monica, just perfect!
Saima says
Shrimp tacos with cheese! Never had this combination before but I’m sure it’s awesome!
Cathy says
Oh it is Saima!!
Andrea Metlika says
These look and sound wonderful. My family will love these.
Cathy says
So good!! 🙂