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Easy Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw

Close-up of two flavorful shrimp tacos filled with seasoned shrimp and crisp coleslaw.
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Quick and flavorful shrimp tacos featuring seasoned shrimp and a bright, zesty slaw, perfect for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Optional toppings: avocado slices, salsa, hot sauce

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with 1 tbsp olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Warm tortillas according to package directions.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine shredded cabbage, cilantro, lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss to combine.
  5. Assemble tacos by filling each tortilla with cooked shrimp and topping with cilantro lime slaw. Add optional toppings as desired.

Notes

  • For a spicier taco, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the shrimp seasoning.
  • If you don’t have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro, but reduce the amount to 1 tablespoon.
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