Easy Shrimp Tacos 🌮🦐✨
Fresh, zesty, and bursting with flavor — these Easy Shrimp Tacos are the ultimate weeknight dinner or weekend fiesta dish! 🎉 Succulent shrimp are seasoned with spices, seared to perfection, and wrapped in warm tortillas with a refreshing slaw and creamy sauce. Every bite is light, tangy, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for Taco Tuesday, family gatherings, or a fun dinner with friends!
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4 (makes 8 tacos)
Ingredients:
For the Shrimp:
1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for spice)
Salt & black pepper to taste
Juice of 1 lime
For the Slaw:
2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple, or a mix)
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
For the Creamy Sauce:
1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1–2 tsp sriracha or hot sauce
1 tbsp lime juice
1/2 tsp garlic powder
For Serving:
8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
Avocado slices 🥑
Extra lime wedges 🍋
Fresh cilantro 🌿
Instructions:
1. Season the shrimp:
In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne (if using), salt, pepper, and lime juice. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes for maximum flavor.
2. Make the slaw:
In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Toss well and set aside to chill.
3. Prepare the creamy sauce:
Whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Adjust spice to your liking. Chill until ready to use.
4. Cook the shrimp:
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side, until pink and slightly charred. Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking.
5. Assemble the tacos:
Warm your tortillas. Add a spoonful of slaw, top with a few shrimp, drizzle with creamy sauce, and finish with avocado slices, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
6. Serve & enjoy:
Arrange on a platter, add extra sauce on the side, and dig in while they’re fresh and hot!
Tips & Variations:
✅ Use grilled shrimp for extra smoky flavor.
✅ Swap shrimp for fish, chicken, or tofu for variety.
✅ Add mango salsa or pineapple for a tropical twist.
✅ Double the creamy sauce — it’s so good, you’ll want extra!