Description
Shrimp tacos with cabbage slaw are a vibrant, flavor-packed dish perfect for any casual gathering. The juicy, seasoned shrimp paired with a crunchy cabbage slaw creates an irresistible combination that will leave your taste buds dancing. This easy-to-follow recipe is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning, making it ideal for taco night or any festive occasion. Gather your friends and family to enjoy these delightful tacos that promise to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 2 cups green or purple cabbage, shredded
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thaw shrimp if frozen, rinse under cold water, and pat dry. Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine shredded cabbage with lime juice and chopped cilantro; toss well and let it sit.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp until pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Warm tortillas in another skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until soft.
- Assemble tacos by layering cooked shrimp onto warm tortillas topped with cabbage slaw and sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for added zing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg