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Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

Spicy Shrimp

  • 1 lb raw shrimp
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne powder based on your taste
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Cabbage Slaw

  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 jalapeño
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • juice of 1 lime
  • salt and pepper

Garlic Cilantro Lime Sauce

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup green onions chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • juice of 2 limes
  • 1/2 cup greek yogurt or sour cream

For the Taco

  • flour tortillas
  • avocado optional
  • cotija cheese optional
  • sriracha or any type of hot sauce optional

Instructions

For the Garlic Cilantro Lime Sauce

  1. Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth.

For the Cabbage Slaw

  1. Take the seeds and ribs out of the jalapeño and julienne (cut into long thin strips).

  2. Add the jalapeño to a large bowl with the shredded cabbage.

  3. Combine the vinegar, honey, lime, salt and pepper in a bowl.

  4. Add to the cabbage and jalapeño and mix well to combine. Set aside and allow it to marinate while you prepare the shrimp.

For the Shrimp

  1. Mix together all the spices in a small bowl.

  2. Peel and devein the shrimp and place in a bowl.

  3. Coat the shrimp in the spice mixture.

  4. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over high heat. Once hot, add in the shrimp in 1 layer. Allow to cook for 2-3 minutes until it becomes opaque on the 1st side. Then flip and cook for another 2 minutes on the second side and remove from the pan. DO NOT overcook the shrimp.

  5. You can then choose to leave the shrimp whole or chop them.

For the Tacos

  1. Take one tortilla, spread a layer of avocado on the bottom, top with shrimp. Then add the cabbage slaw, drizzle with the sauce and add a bit of hot sauce to the top.

  2. Add any additional toppings and enjoy!