Name: Flavorful Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients: Shrimp; 1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp chili powder; 1 Tbsp olive oil; 2 Tbsp butter; 1 tsp lime zest (from 1 lime); 2 Tbsp lime juice (from 1 lime); 2 Tbsp honey; ½ bunch cilantro, finely chopped; The Rest (Slaw & Toppings); 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage; ½ bunch cilantro, finely chopped; ½ cup Greek yogurt; 2 Tbsp lime juice (from 1 lime); 1 pinch salt; Avocado, sliced; 8 x 6-inch tortillas (corn or flour); Extra lime wedges, for serving

Description

These Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw are a fun, simple, and stress-free meal perfect for any night of the week. Designed for beginners, this recipe guides you through creating delicious, flavorful tacos with a refreshing slaw. You’ll love the sweet and savory honey-lime glazed shrimp paired with the cool, creamy slaw.

Ingredients

Shrimp
1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp chili powder
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp butter
1 tsp lime zest (from 1 lime)
2 Tbsp lime juice (from 1 lime)
2 Tbsp honey
½ bunch cilantro, finely chopped
The Rest (Slaw & Toppings)
3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
½ bunch cilantro, finely chopped
½ cup Greek yogurt
2 Tbsp lime juice (from 1 lime)
1 pinch salt
Avocado, sliced
8 x 6-inch tortillas (corn or flour)
Extra lime wedges, for serving

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry. Season evenly with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 90 seconds, flip, and cook for another 90 seconds until opaque and lightly caramelized.
Reduce heat to low. Add butter, lime zest, lime juice, and honey. Toss shrimp to coat. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is thick and glazes the shrimp. Stir in cilantro and remove from heat.
Cilantro Lime Slaw: In a bowl, combine shredded cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat evenly until the slaw is lightly dressed.
Assembly: Warm tortillas using a microwave, oven, or stovetop flame.
On each tortilla, layer slaw, 4-6 shrimp, extra honey-lime sauce, avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

Use wild-caught shrimp for the best flavor.
Adjust spice levels to your preference.
Ensure tortillas are warmed before assembly for the best texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet, Mixing
Cuisine: Mexican-American