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Close-up of shrimp tacos with cabbage slaw and lime crema on soft tortillas garnished with cilantro.

Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Lime Crema

These shrimp tacos feature a crisp cabbage slaw and a tangy lime crema for a fresh and flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
For the Cabbage Slaw
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
For the Lime Crema
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
For Serving
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • lime wedges

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  3. In another bowl, mix the cabbage, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and salt for the slaw.
  4. In a small bowl, combine sour cream, lime juice, and salt for the lime crema.
  5. Warm the tortillas. Fill each with shrimp, slaw, and a drizzle of lime crema. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne to the shrimp seasoning.

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