Description
This quick and flavorful 15 Minute Easy Shrimp Tacos recipe is perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner. Succulent shrimp are seasoned and sautéed, then combined with a tangy cilantro slaw and creamy lime sauce, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas for a delightful meal that’s ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Slaw and Sauce
- 14 ounces coleslaw mix
- 1/2 small bunch cilantro (finely chopped)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt (2%+ fat)
- 1/4 cup mayo (avocado oil mayo recommended)
- 1 lime (juice of)
- 1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- Ground black pepper (to taste)
For Assembly
- 9 corn tortillas
- Avocado oil (for frying)
- Easy guacamole (optional)
Instructions
- Season the shrimp: In a medium bowl, combine the raw shrimp with 1 tablespoon taco seasoning and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Toss to evenly coat the shrimp with the spices.
- Prepare the creamy sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1/4 cup mayo, juice of 1 lime, remaining 1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning, a pinch of cayenne pepper, and ground black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Cook the shrimp: Preheat a large non-stick skillet over high heat and add a small amount of avocado oil to coat the surface. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook until the shrimp turns pink on one side, about 2 minutes, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fully cooked through.
- Mix the slaw: In a large bowl, toss the coleslaw mix with the finely chopped cilantro, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and most of the creamy sauce prepared earlier. Reserve some sauce to drizzle later over the assembled tacos.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat until soft and pliable, about 30 seconds per side, or wrap in damp paper towels and microwave for 20 seconds.
- Assemble the tacos: Fill each warm tortilla with a portion of cooked shrimp and a generous helping of the creamy cilantro slaw. Drizzle with the reserved sauce and add a dollop of easy guacamole if desired. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use a pre-made taco seasoning for convenience or homemade seasoning for freshness.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your desired spice level or omit for a milder flavor.
- The creamy sauce can be made ahead and stored refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the taco seasoning and tortillas are certified gluten-free.
- Avocado oil mayo adds a rich flavor and healthy fat alternative to regular mayo.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: shrimp tacos, quick tacos, easy shrimp recipe, Mexican tacos, cilantro slaw, creamy lime sauce
