Shrimp Tacos
These Shrimp Tacos are loaded with perfectly spiced baked shrimp and ultra creamy slaw! This quick and easy dinner is loved by all.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 303kcal
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Ingredients
Shrimp Tacos
- 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined; I used medium, 40-50/pound size; thaw completely if frozen
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Slaw
- 2 cups shredded coleslaw mine contained shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, and carrots and did NOT contain a dressing
- 1/4 cup cilantro minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic
- salt to taste
- tortillas, feta, jalapeños, and green onions for serving
Instructions
Shrimp Tacos
- Place all taco ingredients (shrimp, oil, lime, and spices) into a gallon-sized ziplock baggie or bowl. Gently shake or stir until the shrimp are fully coated in the oil, lime, and spices.
- Seal (or cover), then marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
- Dump the contents of the ziplock baggie onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked.
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Slaw
- In a large bowl, stir together all slaw ingredients (coleslaw, cilantro, sour cream, mayo, garlic, and salt).
- Taste and re-season.
- Store, covered, in the fridge until ready to use.
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Assemble
- Place warm shrimp into your favorite tortilla, top with a generous scoop of slaw, and serve with optional toppings!
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Notes
Nutritional information is for 1/4th of the prepared shrimp and slaw, but does not include tortillas and garnishes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1person | Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 294mg | Sodium: 1573mg | Potassium: 202mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 516IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 194mg | Iron: 3mg