Description
Blackened Shrimp Tacos with Slaw are a flavor-packed delight that brings a spicy kick and a crunchy texture to your table. This dish combines succulent, blackened shrimp with a refreshing slaw, making it perfect for casual weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up these vibrant tacos that will wow your family and friends. Customize them with your favorite toppings for a truly personalized meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp by combining olive oil and spices in a bowl. Toss the shrimp until well-coated and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- For the slaw, mix cabbage, carrots, and cilantro in one bowl. In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and lime juice; pour over the cabbage mixture and toss to combine.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook marinated shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet. Assemble tacos by layering shrimp and slaw on each tortilla.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 160mg