Description
Grilled shrimp tacos with a tangy cabbage slaw for a fresh, vibrant, and flavorful meal. Perfect for a quick dinner or a weekend gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, lime zest, salt, and pepper. Toss shrimp in the mixture and let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through.
- In a separate bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, cilantro, mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Warm the tortillas on the grill or in a skillet for 30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble the tacos: place 2-3 shrimp on each tortilla, top with cabbage slaw, and add a drizzle of hot sauce if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to swap the cabbage slaw for a store-bought version if you’re short on time.
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice on top of the tacos before serving.
- If you want a spicier version, add more chili powder or a dash of cayenne pepper to the shrimp marinade.