Shrimp Tacos
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 to 8 tacos
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Calories
158 kcal
Shrimp Tacos
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The BEST shrimp tacos recipe with a creamy cilantro lime taco sauce and crunchy slaw. Juicy, spicy, and so quick and easy! Cook on the stove or grill.
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Ingredients
For the Shrimp Tacos:
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled, deveined, and tails removed (fresh or frozen and thawed, large or jumbo
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon chipotle chili pepper ground
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 6 to 8 corn tortilla or flour tortillas
- avocado cilantro, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime wedges, mango salsa, for garnish
For the Slaw and Shrimp Taco Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt nonfat plain
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic peeled
- ½ jalapeño seeds and membranes removed, small
- ¼ cup cilantro leaves tightly packed, fresh
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- lime about 2 teaspoons zest and 3 tablespoons juice, zest and juice of 1 large or 2 very small limes
- 2 cups cabbage or slaw mix, shredded
Instructions
- Rinse and pat the shrimp dry, then transfer to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with the chili powder, chipotle chili, cumin, and salt. Toss to coat evenly. Let rest while you prepare the shrimp taco sauce and slaw.
- Prepare the sauce and slaw: In a food processor fitted with a steel blade, process the Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, salt, lime zest, and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Place the cabbage in a mixing bowl and toss with about 1/2 cup of the sauce. Add more sauce if you desire a creamier slaw, then reserve the rest of the sauce for serving.
- Cook the shrimp: In a large nonstick skillet over medium high, heat the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil. Add the shrimp and sauté just until the shrimp is cooked through and no longer translucent in the center, about 4 minutes. Do not overcook! Transfer the shrimp immediately to a plate.
- Warm the tortillas (optional) and assemble the tacos: If you like, warm the tortillas in the microwave (put them in a stack and cover them with a lightly damp towel) or a 250 degrees F oven while the shrimp cook. To serve, fill the tortillas with your desired number of shrimp, then top generously with the slaw, extra sauce, a squeeze of lime juice, and any other desired toppings. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- TO STORE: The shrimp tastes best the day it is made but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Slaw can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, and any extra sauce can be refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- TO REHEAT: Since shrimp tends to dry out when reheated, I prefer to use the leftovers on top of salads. However, you can very gently rewarm the shrimp in a skillet over medium-low heat if needed.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1taco (of 8), including tortilla, shrimp, and slaw
Calories
158kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
13g
(26%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
1mg
(0%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6to 8 tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 158 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1taco (of 8), including tortilla, shrimp, and slaw | |
| Calories | 158kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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