Description
Chili Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Lime Slaw are a vibrant, flavorful dish featuring spicy seared shrimp and a refreshing cabbage slaw dressed in a tangy lime crema. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lime juice (plus extra lime wedges for serving)
- 1/2 tsp honey
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Set aside to marinate briefly.
- In a separate bowl, combine the shredded green and purple cabbage, cilantro, and green onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and honey to make the lime crema.
- Pour the lime crema over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat evenly. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
- Assemble the tacos by layering the creamy lime slaw and shrimp in each tortilla. Serve with extra lime wedges.
Notes
- Add avocado slices or a sprinkle of cotija cheese for extra richness.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
- Double the slaw recipe if you like extra crunch in your tacos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
