Description
Shrimp tacos with cabbage slaw are a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for any gathering. Juicy shrimp, paired with a crunchy and zesty slaw, create a delightful explosion of taste in every bite. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, these tacos are sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 2 cups green or red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp: In a bowl, combine lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and coat well; let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the cabbage slaw: Mix thinly sliced cabbage with chopped cilantro and an additional splash of lime juice in a separate bowl.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated shrimp for about 3-4 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat corn tortillas in another pan or microwave until soft.
- Assemble tacos: Fill each tortilla with sautéed shrimp, top with cabbage slaw and diced avocado. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg