If you’re anything like me, you believe tacos should have their own food group. Breakfast tacos? Yes. Dessert tacos? Why not. Tacos for dinner every night until your family stages an intervention? Absolutely.
Today, I’m here to introduce you to your next edible soulmate: Shrimp Tacos with Zesty Jalapeño Slaw. They’re spicy, sassy, and guaranteed to make you say things like, “I could totally open a taco truck right now.” (Please call it Holy Shrimp! if you do. I give you permission.)
Why You Need These Tacos in Your Life Immediately
They’re fast. Like, faster-than-your-last-relationship fast.
They’re zesty. That jalapeño slaw brings the kind of energy you wish Karen from accounting would bring to meetings.
They’re customizable. Extra avocado? Go for it. Triple shrimp? Who’s gonna stop you?
Basically, they’re the Beyonce of tacos: iconic, a little spicy, and they make everything better.
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
(AKA: Your grocery list + a great excuse to impulse-buy fancy tortilla chips.)
For the shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and emotionally ready
Olive oil, lime juice, and enough spices to make you feel like a chef
For the Zesty Jalapeño Slaw:
Cabbage (green and purple, because we’re fancy)
Carrot, jalapeño, cilantro
A creamy dressing that might make you weep a little with joy
Tortillas + toppings:
Tortillas (corn or flour — you do you)
Avocado, extra cilantro, lime wedges, dramatic flair
🧑🍳 How to Make Them Without Having a Meltdown
Mix up your slaw.
Shred, chop, toss. Pat yourself on the back for eating vegetables.Season and cook the shrimp.
It takes less time than reading one of those “Terms & Conditions” agreements you pretend to read.Assemble the tacos.
Layer slaw, shrimp, and whatever toppings your heart desires. Stack them high. This is not the time for minimalism.Eat immediately.
Bonus points for taco juice running down your wrist. That’s how you know you’re living your best life.
🏆 Pro Tips for Maximum Taco Glory
Don’t overcook your shrimp. If they’re doing the curly shrimp yoga pose, they’re ready.
Double the slaw recipe. You’re gonna want to eat it straight from the bowl at midnight like a goblin.
Warm your tortillas. I don’t make the rules. Warm tortillas = happiness.
Final Thoughts
Will these shrimp tacos solve all your problems?
No.
Will they make you forget your problems for a few glorious, lime-scented minutes?
Absolutely.
Go forth, make tacos, and may your slaw always be zesty. 🌶️✨
Shrimp Tacos with Zesty Jalapeño Slaw
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Zesty Jalapeño Slaw:
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 medium carrot shredded
- 1 jalapeño finely diced (seeds removed for less heat)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup mayo
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
To Serve:
- Small corn or flour tortillas
- Lime wedges
- Extra cilantro for garnish
- Sliced avocado optional
Instructions
Prepare the Slaw:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayo, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Add the green and purple cabbage, carrot, jalapeño, and cilantro. Toss until everything is well coated.
- Refrigerate while you prepare the shrimp (the slaw gets even better as it sits!).
Cook the Shrimp:
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer.
- Cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until shrimp are pink, opaque, and slightly charred.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the cooked shrimp.
Assemble the Tacos:
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Layer a generous scoop of jalapeño slaw on each tortilla, top with shrimp, and garnish with extra cilantro, lime wedges, and avocado slices if desired.
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