Shrimp Tacos with Slaw
Delightful shrimp tacos topped with crunchy slaw, perfect for a quick and enjoyable meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Season the shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until they are well coated and flavorful.
- Sauté the shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn pink and are cooked through.
- Warm the tortillas: In another skillet or over an open flame, warm the corn tortillas until they are soft and pliable.
- Assemble the tacos: Start assembling the tacos by placing a generous amount of the sautéed shrimp on each tortilla. Top with cabbage, tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Serve with zesty lime: Serve tacos with lime wedges on the side for a fresh finish.
Notes
Feel free to mix in your favorite toppings or substitute shrimp with chicken or black beans. Prepare the slaw ahead of time for easier assembly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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