Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of these Shrimp Tacos, a delightful dish ready in just 20 minutes! Perfect for any occasion, these tacos feature succulent seasoned shrimp nestled in warm corn tortillas, topped with a crunchy slaw and zesty cilantro lime crema. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a casual weeknight dinner, these shrimp tacos are sure to impress family and friends alike. Customize with your favorite toppings like avocado, pico de gallo, and jalapeños to make each taco your own. Dive into this fresh and satisfying meal that’s packed with protein and perfect for warm weather dining!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 cups shredded purple cabbage
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 5 tablespoons olive oil (for slaw and cooking shrimp)
- Fresh lime juice (to taste)
- Cajun seasoning
- Cilantro lime crema
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage and diced red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice; season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, add the shrimp seasoned with Cajun seasoning. Cook for 3–4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Warm tortillas in another skillet or microwave until pliable. Assemble tacos by placing a portion of shrimp on each tortilla, then top with slaw, cilantro lime crema, avocado, pico de gallo, jalapeños, and garnish with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 170mg