Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Best Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw! These mouthwatering tacos are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or enjoying a weeknight dinner. Featuring succulent shrimp seasoned with a smoky spice blend, they are topped with a refreshing cilantro lime slaw and creamy avocado crema. This dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an easy and delightful meal that’s sure to impress your family and friends. Customize your toppings to match your taste, and enjoy a nutritious option that’s packed with protein and fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb jumbo shrimp
- 16 corn tortillas
- 2 cups green cabbage
- 2 cups purple cabbage
- 2 avocados
- Spices: garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, ancho chili powder
- Fresh cilantro and lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the cilantro lime slaw by mixing sliced cabbages, lime juice, cilantro, honey, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- For the avocado crema, blend avocados, garlic, cilantro, cumin, red pepper flakes, lime juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and salt until smooth.
- In a small bowl, combine the spices for the shrimp seasoning. Toss shrimp in this mixture until coated.
- Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until opaque.
- Warm corn tortillas in another skillet with cooking spray.
- Assemble tacos by spreading avocado crema on tortillas and topping with slaw and shrimp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 220mg