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Zesty Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Cilantro Lime Twist

Enjoy a burst of flavor with these Zesty Shrimp Tacos, featuring a creamy cilantro lime sauce, perfect for quick dinners and customizable for everyone.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 158

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground chipotle chili pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
For the Base
  • 8 tortillas corn or flour
  • 2 cups cabbage shredded
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup cilantro fresh, chopped
  • 1 lime zest & juice for added flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Food Processor
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Shrimp: Rinse and pat dry large shrimp. In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, ground chipotle, ground cumin, and kosher salt. Toss until coated and let rest for 15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a food processor, blend Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, salt, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth.
  3. Toss the Slaw: In a bowl, mix shredded cabbage with a few tablespoons of creamy sauce until well-coated.
  4. Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Add marinated shrimp in a single layer and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and firm.
  5. Warm the Tortillas: Optionally warm tortillas in a skillet over low heat for about 30 seconds on each side or wrap in foil and place in a preheated oven at 350°F.
  6. Assemble the Tacos: Place shrimp in warmed tortillas, top with cabbage slaw, and drizzle extra creamy sauce over the top. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 158kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize your tacos with additional toppings like avocado or mango salsa for added flavor and variety.

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