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Easy Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Savory Easy Shrimp Tacos Recipe Ready in 15 Minutes

Enjoy this Easy Shrimp Tacos Recipe, a quick and tasty dish perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
For the Taco Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Plain Yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise or vegan mayo
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust for spice preference
For the Toppings
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup Coleslaw Mix or fresh cabbage
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • small bowl
  • non-stick skillet
  • large bowl
  • dry skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with taco seasoning, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Toss until evenly coated. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, blend together the plain yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, taco seasoning, cayenne, and black pepper until creamy. Set aside.
  3. Preheat a non-stick skillet over high heat for about 2 minutes. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat immediately.
  4. In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, chopped cilantro, and salt. Gently fold in most of the creamy sauce, reserving some for drizzling.
  5. Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 10 seconds on each side.
  6. Assemble each taco with shrimp and a scoop of slaw. Drizzle with reserved sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days with shrimp and slaw separate for freshness.

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