Shrimp Tacos Recipe (Creamy Jalapeno Sauce and Crunchy Slaw)
User Reviews
4.9
36 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Servings
8 tacos
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Calories
199 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Shrimp Tacos Recipe (Creamy Jalapeno Sauce and Crunchy Slaw)
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This is my favorite shrimp tacos recipe with spiced shrimp served on warmed tortillas, topped with crunchy slaw and spicy, creamy jalapeno sauce. So easy to make!
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Ingredients
FOR THE SLAW
- 1/2 head small green cabbage shredded
- 1 fresh Fresno pepper chopped (or use a jalapeno)
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Juice from 1 large lime
- 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar use white vinegar as a substitute
- 1 tablespoon honey
- sea salt to taste
FOR THE CREAMY JALAPENO SAUCE
- 4 fresh jalapeño peppers
- 1/2 small onion roughly chopped
- 2-3 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup neutral oil use corn oil, avocado oil, or a neutral vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
FOR THE SHRIMP TACOS
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 flour tortillas warmed (or use corn tortillas)
- EXTRA TOPPINGS: Sliced roasted jalapeno peppers or chiles toreados, chopped avocado, fresh squeezed lime, your favorite hot sauce
Instructions
MAKE THE SLAW
- Toss together the shredded cabbage, chopped peppers, cilantro, lime juice, vinegar, honey and salt in a large bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
MAKE THE CREAMY JALAPENO SAUCE
- Slice the stems from the jalapeno peppers and add them to a medium sized pot along with the onion.
- Cover with water and bring to a quick boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the jalapeno peppers soften up. They will turn dull green and you can pierce them with a fork easily, but do not let them become mushy. Strain but keep the liquid on hand.
- Add the boiled jalapenos and onion to a food processor along with the garlic, oil and salt. Process until very smooth and creamy, about 4-5 minutes.
- If you’d like a thinner sauce, add in a few tablespoons of the reserved boiling water.
- Taste and adjust for salt.
MAKE THE SHRIMP TACOS
- Pat the shrimp dry and toss them in a bowl with all of the seasonings to coat.
- Heat the oil in a pan to medium heat and add the shrimp. Cook gently for 4-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Serve the pieces of shrimp onto warmed tortillas, then top with crunchy cabbage slaw and creamy jalapeno sauce. Don't forget the hot sauce!
Notes
- Nutritional information not estimated for additional toppings.
- Store any extra slaw and creamy jalapeno sauce in the fridge in sealed containers for future use.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
199kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Sodium
364mg
(15%)
Potassium
200mg
(6%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
393IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
32mg
(36%)
Calcium
62mg
(6%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 199kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 364mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 200mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 393IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 32mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
36 reviews
Excellent
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