Spicy Shrimp Tacos With Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw

Name: Spicy Shrimp Tacos With Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup oil; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 cup chopped green onion; 1/2 cup cilantro leaf; 2 -3 garlic cloves (less if you're sensitive to garlicky things); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 limes, juice of; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon southwest seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more or less to taste); 2 -3 cups shredded green cabbage; 8 small corn tortillas; 1 -2 avocado; Cotija cheese, and additional cilantro for topping; lime wedge, for serving

Servings: persons

1/4 cup oil
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup cilantro leaf
2 -3 garlic cloves (less if you're sensitive to garlicky things)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 limes, juice of
1/2 cup sour cream
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon southwest seasoning
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more or less to taste)
2 -3 cups shredded green cabbage
8 small corn tortillas
1 -2 avocado
Cotija cheese, and additional cilantro for topping
lime wedge, for serving

1
Pulse all the sauce ingredients except the sour cream in a food processor. When mostly smooth, add the sour cream and pulse until combined. Taste and adjust as needed. Set aside.
2
Heat a drizzle of oil a large skillet over medium high heat. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and sprinkle with the spices. Add the shrimp to the hot pan and saute for 5-8 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the shrimp are cooked through.
3
Toss some of the sauce (not all) with the cabbage until it the cabbage is coated to your liking. It should resemble a coleslaw - you want it to be enough sauce so the cabbage is weighed down a little bit. Use leftover sauce on top of the tacos or in other recipes.
4
To serve tacos, smash a spoonful of avocado on the tortillas, top with a few pieces of shrimp, top with coleslaw, and finish with Cotjia cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup oil, 1/4 cup water, 1/2 cup chopped green onion, 1/2 cup cilantro leaf, and more.

Yes, Spicy Shrimp Tacos With Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!