Seafood Tacos with Salsa
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Imitation lobster stir-fried with jicama, sweet peppers, and zucchini makes a handy filling for these tasty tacos. Serve the serrano pepper salsa on the side in a sweet pepper boat.


Seafood Tacos with Salsa


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Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: Makes 6 servings.
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Ingredients
 
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  • 1  14-1/2-ounce can  chunky salsa-style tomatoes or diced tomatoesOn Sale
  • 1/4  cup  snipped fresh cilantroOn Sale
  • 2    shallots or green onions, choppedOn Sale
  • 1    clove garlic, mincedOn Sale
  • 1  tablespoon  vinegarOn Sale
  • 1  tablespoon  lime juiceOn Sale
  • 1/2 to 1    fresh serrano pepper, seeded and diced*On Sale
  • 1  tablespoon  cooking oilOn Sale
  • 1    small jicama, peeled and cut into thin strips (about 2 cups)On Sale
  • 2    medium red and/or yellow sweet peppers, cut into thin stripsOn Sale
  • 1    medium zucchini, cut into thin strips (1-1/4 cups)On Sale
  • 12  ounces  chunk-style imitation lobster or crabmeatOn Sale
  • 3  tablespoons  lime juiceOn Sale
  • 1/4 to 1/2  teaspoon  ground red pepperOn Sale
  • 6    8-inch flour tortillasOn Sale
  • 1  cup  shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 ounces)On Sale
  •     Torn mixed greens (optional)On Sale
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Directions
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For salsa, combine tomatoes, cilantro, shallots or green onions, garlic, vinegar, lime juice, and serrano pepper. Cover and chill until serving time.
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Pour oil into a wok or 12-inch skillet. (Add more oil as necessary during cooking.) Preheat over medium-high heat. Stir-fry jicama and sweet peppers in hot oil for 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add zucchini; stir-fry for 1 minute more. Add imitation lobster or crabmeat; cover and heat through. Stir in lime juice and ground red pepper. Serve in tortillas with salsa, cheese, and, if desired, greens. Makes 6 servings.

Note
Because hot peppers contain oils that can burn your eyes, lips, and skin, protect yourself when working with peppers by wearing plastic gloves or plastic bags. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before touching your eyes or face.
Nutrition information
Calories 299, Total Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Sodium 1442 mg, Carbohydrate 41 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 17 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 51%, Vitamin C 186%, Calcium 21%, Iron 19%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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how-tos
How to Make Tacos
Learning how to make a taco is as easy as learning how to make a sandwich. In fact, in Mexico, the two words are practically synonymous: "taco" simply means a tortilla wrapped around a filling, and what's inside varies from region to region. Two of the most popular types are tacos al Pastor, filled with finely sliced pork, and tacos de pescado (fish tacos), which originate from the coastal towns.

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