Spicy Shrimp Garlic Cilantro Tacos (Print version)
Seasoned shrimp with creamy garlic cilantro lime slaw in warm tortillas, ready in 30 minutes.
# What goes in:
→ Spiced Shrimp
01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tsp chili powder
05 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - Juice of 1 lime
→ Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw
11 - 3 cups shredded cabbage (green or green and red mix)
12 - 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
15 - 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
16 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
17 - 1 clove garlic, minced
18 - 1 tsp honey
19 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Assembly
20 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
21 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
22 - Extra cilantro and lime wedges, for garnish
# Cooking steps:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Toss thoroughly until every shrimp is evenly coated. Let marinate for 10 minutes while preparing the slaw.
02 - In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, and chopped cilantro. In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until evenly coated. Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking.
04 - Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20 to 30 seconds until pliable.
05 - Layer a generous portion of garlic cilantro lime slaw onto each warm tortilla. Top with spicy shrimp, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
# Tips from flavorandfeast:
01 -
- The slaw doubles as a dressing and a crunch factor so you get texture in every single bite without any extra work.
- These tacos come together faster than delivery and taste like you spent hours over a hot grill.
02 -
- Overcooked shrimp turn rubbery fast so pull them from the heat the second they form a C shape and they will finish cooking on the plate.
- Making the slaw at least fifteen minutes ahead gives the cabbage time to soften slightly and the flavors to marry into something far better than when you first mixed it.
03 -
- A squeeze of lime juice directly on the avocado slices keeps them from browning if you prep them ahead.
- Double the slaw recipe because it disappears on its own as a side or a midnight snack straight from the container.