Shrimp Tacos With Slaw (Printable)
Seasoned shrimp meet crunchy cabbage slaw in warm tortillas for a fresh 30-minute meal
# What You'll Need:
→ Shrimp
01 - 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Slaw
08 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
09 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
10 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
11 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
12 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
13 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
15 - 1 teaspoon honey
16 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
17 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Assembly
18 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
19 - Lime wedges for serving
20 - Extra cilantro or sliced jalapeños optional
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
02 - Mix green and red cabbage, carrots, and cilantro in a large bowl. Whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss until evenly coated. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque throughout. Remove from heat immediately.
04 - Place a generous portion of slaw onto each warmed tortilla. Top with cooked shrimp and garnish with additional cilantro or jalapeños if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like restaurant food
- The slaw can be made ahead and actually gets better as it sits
02 -
- Overcooked shrimp become rubbery fast so pull them the moment they turn pink throughout
- Let the slaw sit at least 15 minutes so the dressing can soften the cabbage slightly
03 -
- Pat the shrimp completely dry before adding the oil and spices or they'll steam instead of sear
- A squeeze of fresh lime right before eating is what makes these tacos truly sing