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Easy Shrimp Tacos

Quick and flavorful shrimp tacos perfect for weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small Tortillas (flour or corn)
  • 2 cups Coleslaw mix (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt (plain for tanginess)
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the seasoned shrimp. Cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Mix coleslaw with sour cream and lime juice until well combined.
  4. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet until pliable.
  5. Place shrimp and slaw on warm tortillas to create tacos.
  6. Garnish with cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor. Don’t overcook the shrimp; they should only take 3-4 minutes to cook through. For added flavor, consider marinating the shrimp in the spices for 30 minutes before cooking.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Seafood

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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