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15 Minute Easy Shrimp Tacos Recipe

15 Minute Easy Shrimp Tacos Recipe


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  • Author: Lia
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (2 tacos each) 1x

Description

Indulge in these 15 Minute Easy Shrimp Tacos, perfect for busy weeknights and casual gatherings. Juicy shrimp seasoned with zesty taco spices are paired with a refreshing slaw, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas. This vibrant dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite toppings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled & deveined)
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Ground black pepper (to taste)
  • 14 ounces bag of coleslaw (or 3 cups shredded cabbage)
  • 1/2 small bunch cilantro (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt (2%+ fat)
  • 1/4 cup mayo (I use avocado oil mayo)
  • 1 lime (juice of)
  • 1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • Pinch cayenne
  • 9 corn tortillas
  • Avocado oil (for frying)
  • Easy guacamole (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with taco seasoning and garlic powder. Set aside.
  2. Mix yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, taco seasoning, cayenne pepper, and black pepper in a small bowl for the sauce.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over high heat and cook the shrimp until pink.
  4. In a large bowl, toss coleslaw mix with chopped cilantro and most of the sauce.
  5. Warm tortillas in a cast iron skillet for about 10 seconds per side.
  6. Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with shrimp and slaw; drizzle remaining sauce on top.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg