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Best Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw
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Best Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw

The Best Spicy Shrimp Tacos Recipe you'll ever make - ready in 30 minutes and loaded with flavor. Pan Seared Shrimp rubbed with a smoky spicy rub, served on corn tortillas, and topped with a cilan...
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 16
Calories: 167

Ingredients
  

  • 2lb. jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 16 corn tortillas
  • cooking spray
  • optional: fresh pico de gallo
  • 2 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups purple cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 avocados
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt to taste

Method
 

  1. To a large bowl, add green cabbage, purple cabbage, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, cilantro, honey, salt and pepper. Gently toss to coat and set aside.
  2. To a food processor add, avocado, garlic, 1/4 cup cilantro, cumin, red pepper flakes, 1.5 tablespoons of lime juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil and salt. Blend until smooth and looks like a puree or dressing. Set aside.
  3. To a small bowl, add 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon ancho chili powder and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper. Stir to blend everything together.
  4. Add shrimp to a bowl, season shrimp with spice blend and toss to coat.
  5. Heat a large non-skillet skillet to medium high heat.
  6. Add avocado oil to pan once hot and immediately add seasoned shrimp. Sear each side for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove shrimp from pan and set on a plate to rest.
  8. To heat corn tortillas: heat a skillet to medium high heat, spray both sides of tortilla with cooking spray and cook for 1-2 minutes on either side until browned.
  9. Assemble Spicy Shrimp Tacos: To one heated corn tortilla add 2 tablespoons of avocado crema, 1/3 cup slaw, 2-4 shrimp and (optional) pico de gallo.

Nutrition

Calories: 167kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 16gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 331mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

The use of smoked paprika in the seasoning blend adds a depth of flavor that enhances the natural sweetness of the shrimp while providing a subtle smokiness. This not only elevates the taste profile but also creates a beautiful color and aroma that make the dish irresistible.

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