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Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw

Delicious and zesty shrimp tacos topped with a refreshing garlic cilantro lime slaw.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Tacos
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
For the Slaw
  • 2 cups cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
For Serving
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup lime wedges

Method
 

Prepare the Shrimp
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Toss to coat evenly.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
Make the Slaw
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, and cilantro.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt. Pour over the cabbage mixture and toss to combine.
Assemble the Tacos
  1. Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
  2. Place a portion of shrimp on each tortilla, top with garlic cilantro lime slaw, and add slices of avocado.
  3. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tacos are best served fresh and can be customized with additional toppings such as salsa or hot sauce.

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