Description
Delight in these mouthwatering shrimp tacos featuring perfectly seasoned and skillet-cooked shrimp, crisp fresh cabbage slaw, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese crumbles wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant and flavorful recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled, deveined, tail-off)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Slaw and Toppings
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (red and green mix)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Other
- 8 small flour tortillas
Instructions
- Season the shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well coated, ensuring every piece is evenly seasoned.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook them for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and slightly charred. Remove from heat once cooked through.
- Prepare the slaw: In a separate bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and diced tomatoes. Add half of the lime juice and a pinch of salt, then toss everything well to blend the flavors.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a flame until they are warm and lightly charred for added flavor.
- Assemble the tacos: Layer the cabbage slaw, 2 to 3 cooked shrimp, blue cheese crumbles, avocado slices, remaining lime juice, and chopped cilantro into each tortilla. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the shrimp seasoning mix.
- Substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Blue cheese can be replaced with feta or cotija cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Make sure shrimp are cooked just until opaque to avoid toughness.
- Warm tortillas just before serving to keep them soft and pliable.
