Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Slaw: A Flavor Bomb
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Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
- Author: Lisa
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced (for serving)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
- In a bowl, combine shredded cabbage, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- Toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and pliable.
- Place a few shrimp on each tortilla, top with garlic cilantro lime slaw, and add sliced avocado.
- Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges for squeezing over the tacos.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Use fresh lime juice for best flavor.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg