Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw
These tacos feature a zesty lime and fresh cilantro marinade for shrimp, topped with a crunchy creamy slaw, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
For the shrimp
- 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh shrimp for best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the creamy slaw
- 1 cup green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
- ½ cup carrots, grated
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice For the slaw.
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
For assembly
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- Slices of lime (for serving)
- Extra cilantro leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Marinate Shrimp
- In a large bowl, mix the shrimp with olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Let the shrimp marinate for 15-30 minutes.
Prepare the Slaw
- In another bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, and grated carrots.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, and chopped cilantro. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until well combined.
Cook Shrimp
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
Assemble Tacos
- Warm the tortillas in a separate dry skillet or microwave. Place a few shrimp in each tortilla, top with creamy slaw, and garnish with additional cilantro leaves. Serve with lime wedges.
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Notes
For added flavor, consider grilling the shrimp. Customize toppings to suit your preferences.