Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw, a delightful dish that’s both quick to prepare and utterly satisfying. These tacos are perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, featuring succulent shrimp seasoned to perfection and topped with a zesty, crunchy slaw that brightens every bite. With fresh ingredients and customizable options, you can easily tailor this recipe to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy these tacos wrapped in warm tortillas and complemented by creamy avocado and tangy lime for a burst of flavor that will impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2–3 cups shredded green cabbage
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 avocados
- 1/4 cup Cotija cheese
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup cilantro leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream or full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup water (if needed, to thin sauce)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more or less to taste)
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by blending oil, green onions, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, salt, and sour cream until smooth. Adjust consistency with water if necessary.
- Toss shredded cabbage with some of the sauce in a mixing bowl.
- Season shrimp with chili powder, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt. Sauté in a skillet with oil over medium-high heat for 5–8 minutes until pink.
- Assemble tacos by layering smashed avocado on each tortilla followed by slaw and cooked shrimp. Top with Cotija cheese and lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg