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Baja Shrimp Tacos Recipe
These Baja Shrimp Tacos combine spicy shrimp with a citrusy pineapple coleslaw topped with fresh avocado and creamy cheese to create a one of a kind taco!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8 tacos
Calories: 368 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
South American , Mexican
Ingredients
For the Tacos
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled, deveined, tails removed
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 8 white corn tortillas
- cotija cheese optional topping
- 2 avocados diced
- Lime wedges for serving
For the Pineapple Coleslaw
- 16 oz tri color coleslaw
- 20 oz pineapple tidbits
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp pineapple juice reserved from canned pineapple
- 1 Tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup green onions chopped
- 1/3 cup red onion diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 Jalapeño stem and seeds removed and diced
Instructions
- In a glass measuring cup whisk together the mayo, sugar, pineapple juice, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, salt and pepper to make the coleslaw dressing.
- In a large bowl add in the coleslaw, pineapple, green onions, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno and toss together.
- Add ½ of the coleslaw dressing to the slaw mixture and toss everything together. Set in the fridge to chill.
- Next, add the garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt into a small bowl and mix the spices together.
- Then, pat the shrimp dry and toss them in a small bowl with the spice mixture to ensure they are nice and coated.
- In a large skillet over medium high heat add the olive oil and shrimp and cook for 5-10 minutes flipping halfway so that the shrimp are cooked through.
- Finally, assemble your tacos with pineapple coleslaw, shrimp, avocado, extra dressing, and a squeeze of lime, then serve and enjoy!
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Notes
- To store any leftovers of your Baja Shrimp Tacos it is best to store everything separately in airtight containers in your fridge for 4-5 days.
- You can reheat the shrimp in the microwave until everything has warmed through.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1taco
Calories
368kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
36g
(12%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
21g
(32%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
8g
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
77mg
(26%)
Sodium
883mg
(37%)
Potassium
607mg
(17%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
16g
(32%)
Vitamin A
573IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
37mg
(41%)
Calcium
108mg
(11%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 368
% Daily Value*
Serving | 1taco | |
Calories | 368kcal | 18% |
Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
Protein | 12g | 24% |
Fat | 21g | 32% |
Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
Cholesterol | 77mg | 26% |
Sodium | 883mg | 37% |
Potassium | 607mg | 13% |
Fiber | 8g | 32% |
Sugar | 16g | 32% |
Vitamin A | 573IU | 11% |
Vitamin C | 37mg | 41% |
Calcium | 108mg | 11% |
Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.