Description
Discover the joy of preparing a quick and flavorful meal with our 15 Minute Easy Shrimp Tacos Recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these tacos feature tender shrimp seasoned with taco spices and topped with a fresh coleslaw, all nestled in warm corn tortillas. The vibrant combination of textures and flavors makes these tacos irresistible and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 14 ounces coleslaw mix
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup avocado oil mayo
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning (for sauce)
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 9 corn tortillas
- Avocado oil (for cooking)
- 1/2 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step: In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir well until the shrimp are evenly coated and set aside.
- Step: In a separate small bowl, mix together the yogurt, mayo, lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning, cayenne pepper, and black pepper until well combined. Reserve a portion of this sauce for drizzling.
- Step: Preheat a non-stick skillet over high heat with a splash of avocado oil. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque throughout.
- Step: In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, chopped cilantro, salt, and most of the sauce prepared in step 2. Stir gently to incorporate.
- Step: Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet for about 10 seconds on each side until pliable.
- Step: Assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla with 3-4 pieces of shrimp and the prepared slaw. Drizzle with the reserved sauce before serving.
Notes
Ensure shrimp are completely thawed if using frozen. Adjust spices to your personal heat preference. Serve immediately for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg
Keywords: shrimp tacos, quick dinner, 15 minute meal, seafood tacos, easy recipes