Description
Delicious spicy shrimp tacos featuring marinated shrimp, crunchy slaw, and creamy avocado crema, all wrapped in warm tortillas.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups cabbage, shredded
- 1 carrot, grated
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 avocado, mashed
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp into the bowl and marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the slaw by combining cabbage, grated carrot, and mayonnaise in a separate bowl.
- Create the avocado crema by blending mashed avocado with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are fully cooked through.
- Assemble the tacos by placing shrimp on the tortillas, topping them with the slaw and avocado crema.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
Let the assembled tacos rest for a minute to meld flavors before serving. Experiment with different types of cabbage for variety.
