Description
These Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw offer a vibrant, flavorful twist on a classic seafood taco. Marinated shrimp are quickly cooked and paired with a zesty, creamy slaw that combines fresh cabbage, cilantro, lime, and garlic, all wrapped in warm tortillas for an easy, satisfying meal perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
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Shrimp Marinade
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- ½ cup shredded purple cabbage
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 garlic clove, minced
To Serve
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: sliced avocado, lime wedges, extra cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Let the shrimp marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the spices.
- Prepare the Slaw: In a separate bowl, combine shredded green and purple cabbage, chopped cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, and minced garlic. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated. Refrigerate the slaw until ready to use to let the flavors meld.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the shrimp cook, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until pliable and heated through.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a scoop of the garlic cilantro lime slaw on each tortilla. Top with cooked shrimp and your favorite additional toppings such as sliced avocado, a squeeze of lime, or extra cilantro. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a lighter version of the slaw, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise.
- Grill the shrimp instead of cooking in a skillet for an extra smoky flavor.
- Store leftover slaw separately from shrimp and tortillas to keep tacos fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
