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Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime

Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime for a Quick Feast

Enjoy these Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime, a quick and easy dinner option that's both flavorful and customizable.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 1 pound fresh shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 pieces corn tortillas flour tortillas can be used
  • 2 cups cabbage finely chopped; coleslaw mix can be used
  • 1 medium avocado sliced; guacamole can be substituted
  • 1 cup cotija cheese crumbled; feta can be used as a substitute
For the Slaw
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped; parsley can be used as an alternative
  • 1 large lime juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter option
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder store-bought taco seasoning can be used

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • knife
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of finely chopped cabbage, ¼ cup of chopped fresh cilantro, ¼ cup of mayonnaise, and the juice of 1 lime. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly and let the slaw sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 pound of shrimp seasoned with 1 teaspoon of cumin and 2 teaspoons of chili powder. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until shrimp is pink and cooked through.
  3. In another skillet, lightly char 8 corn tortillas for about 30-60 seconds on each side until warm and pliable. Keep them stacked in a kitchen towel.
  4. Assemble tacos by layering each tortilla with sautéed shrimp, slices of avocado, a scoop of slaw, and crumbled Cotija cheese.
  5. Serve the tacos on a platter and garnish with extra lime wedges for freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tacos are versatile; feel free to add toppings like pico de gallo or guacamole for extra flair.

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