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Easy Delicious Shrimp Tacos

These shrimp tacos combine hot, charred shrimp with a crisp cabbage slaw, creamy avocado, and a bright lime crema for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner that's perfect for a crowd.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Comfort Food, Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium-large) Can use frozen shrimp, thawed in cold water.
  • 1 tsp chili powder For spice.
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin For seasoning.
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder For flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil (neutral oil like avocado or canola) For searing.

For the Tacos

  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas Corn for classic chew, flour for softer fold.
  • 3 cups shredded cabbage (green, red, or a mix) For crunch.
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional) For fresh flavor.
  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced Adds sharp, crisp bite.
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced or smashed For creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cheese (cotija, feta, or goat cheese) Cotija is preferred for authenticity.

For the Lime Crema

  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt For the base of crema.
  • 1 medium lime, zest and juice For bright flavor.
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp honey or agave (optional) For balance.

Optional

  • Lime wedges
  • Hot sauce
  • Extra chili flakes

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Thaw and dry the shrimp if frozen. Pat each shrimp dry with paper towels.
  • Make the spice mix by combining chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Prep the slaw by shredding the cabbage and thinly slicing the red onion; combine with a splash of lime juice, olive oil, salt, and cilantro.
  • Make the lime crema by whisking together sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime zest, lime juice, and salt. Add honey if desired.

Cooking

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add oil until shimmering.
  • Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from heat.
  • Warm the tortillas one at a time in a dry pan or microwave until pliable.

Assembly

  • Lay a warm tortilla flat and add a few shrimp, top with cabbage slaw, avocado slices, and crumbled cheese. Drizzle with lime crema.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftover shrimp and slaw separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days. Warm tortillas before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g
Keyword Easy Meal, Healthy Comfort Food, quick recipes, Shrimp Tacos, Weeknight Dinner
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