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Easy Shrimp Tacos – Best Quick Seafood Taco Recipe

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Easy Shrimp Tacos are fresh seafood tacos made with juicy shrimp, crunchy slaw, creamy sauce, and warm tortillas.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Microwave or Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 tortillas
  • 3 cups cabbage slaw mix
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or yogurt
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Avocado for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the shrimp with chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the shrimp until pink and tender.
  3. Combine cabbage slaw with lime juice.
  4. Mix sour cream or yogurt with lime juice for sauce.
  5. Warm the tortillas.
  6. Fill tortillas with shrimp and slaw.
  7. Drizzle with sauce and top with cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the shrimp.
  • Fresh lime juice creates best flavor.
  • Warm tortillas before serving.
  • Avocado adds creamy richness.
  • Use purple cabbage for vibrant color.
  • Add hot sauce for spicy variation.
  • Perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
  • Serve immediately for freshest texture.

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