Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw
Delicious tacos featuring shrimp marinated in zesty lime and spices, paired with a creamy slaw, perfect for quick dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
For the shrimp
- 1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (from 1 lime)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (from that same lime)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ bunch cilantro, finely chopped
For the slaw
- 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 whole lime)
For assembly
- 8 pieces 6-inch tortillas (corn or flour, your preference)
- 1 whole Avocado, sliced
- As needed Extra lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Shrimp
- Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder in a bowl.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime zest, lime juice, honey, and cilantro.
Slaw
- In another bowl, combine shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, Greek yogurt, and lime juice.
- Mix well to create a creamy slaw that will complement the shrimp perfectly.
Assembly
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side.
- Fill each tortilla with a spoonful of the shrimp and then top with the creamy slaw.
- Add sliced avocado as desired.
Notes
For added heat, consider including diced jalapeños in the slaw or using spicy chili powder. Prepare the slaw a few hours in advance to let the flavors meld together.