Shrimp Tacos with Spicy Chipotle Slaw Recipe
Here’s a quick and flavorful recipe for 15-Minute Shrimp Tacos with Spicy Chipotle Slaw:
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Ingredients:
For the shrimp:
1 lb (450 g) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Juice of ½ lime
For the chipotle slaw:
3 cups shredded cabbage (green, purple, or a mix)
½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lighter option)
1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely minced (adjust to spice level)
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp honey (optional, for balance)
Salt, to taste
For serving:
8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime wedges
Sliced avocado (optional)
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Instructions:
1. Make the slaw: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt. Add shredded cabbage and toss until well coated. Set aside.
2. Season shrimp: In another bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
3. Cook shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
4. Assemble tacos: Fill each tortilla with a spoonful of chipotle slaw, top with shrimp, and garnish with cilantro, avocado slices, and extra lime juice.
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Ready in just 15 minutes-these shrimp tacos are smoky, spicy, and refreshing with the crunchy slaw.