Description
These shrimp tacos are flavorful, quick to prepare, and perfect for a light and delicious meal with a zesty slaw and creamy sauce.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and hot sauce to make the sauce.
- In another bowl, combine cabbage, cilantro, and red onion for the slaw.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Assemble the tacos by placing slaw on each tortilla, topping with shrimp, and drizzling with the sauce.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Notes
- You can use flour tortillas if preferred.
- For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp for 15 minutes before cooking.
- Add avocado slices for a creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 145mg