Description
Bright, garlicky shrimp seared with smoky spices, lime, and cilantro, served with creamy cabbage slaw and warm tortillas. A quick and flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Zest of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ bunch cilantro, finely chopped
- 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 8 6-inch tortillas (corn or flour)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Extra lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and toss with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil and butter until melted.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1.5–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Mix lime zest, 2 tablespoons lime juice, honey, and cilantro in a small bowl and toss with shrimp briefly.
- Combine shredded cabbage, Greek yogurt, and 2 tablespoons lime juice in a bowl to make the slaw.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet for 20–30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble tacos by placing shrimp, slaw, and avocado on each tortilla, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Use wild-caught shrimp for best flavor, can replace Greek yogurt with dairy-free options. Adjust chili powder for desired heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican