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Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw Recipe

Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw Recipe

4.9 from 12 reviews

These Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw are a flavor explosion! Juicy shrimp seasoned with a mix of spices, cooked to perfection, and tossed in a tangy cilantro lime sauce, all wrapped in a warm tortilla with a refreshing creamy slaw. A perfect balance of savory, citrusy, and creamy in every bite.

Ingredients

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For the Shrimp:

  • 1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest (from 1 lime)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 lime)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro, finely chopped

For the Creamy Slaw:

  • 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 lime)

Additional:

  • Avocado, sliced
  • 8 6-inch tortillas (corn or flour)
  • Extra lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Shrimp: Pat dry shrimp and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder. Cook in olive oil until opaque. Add butter, lime zest, lime juice, and honey. Simmer until thickened. Stir in cilantro.
  2. Slaw: Combine cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and salt. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Assembly: Warm tortillas. Fill with creamy slaw, shrimp, cilantro lime sauce, avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

  • You can customize these tacos by adding your favorite toppings like salsa, hot sauce, or pickled onions.
  • If using flour tortillas, warm them up before assembling the tacos for better texture.

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Keywords: Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos, Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw, Mexican Tacos, Seafood Tacos