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Spicy Shrimp Tacos

Spicy Shrimp Tacos That Will Ignite Your Taste Buds

Enjoy these Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw for a burst of flavor in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas gluten-free option available
  • 1 medium Avocado or use guacamole
For the Slaw
  • 2 cups Cabbage
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro or parsley as a substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice or lemon juice
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt any creamy dressing can work
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder or pre-made taco seasoning

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling and deveining the shrimp if needed, ensuring they are clean and ready for cooking. Chop the cabbage, cilantro, and any other desired veggies into fine pieces.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cabbage, cilantro, minced garlic, and lime juice. Add sour cream or Greek yogurt and toss until evenly coated. Taste and adjust if necessary.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat, drizzle in oil, season the shrimp with chili powder, salt, and pepper, then sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until pink and opaque.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet for about 30 seconds on each side. Lay the shrimp onto each tortilla, topping with garlic cilantro lime slaw.
  5. Serve the tacos immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, with the slaw kept separate to maintain crunch.

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