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Shrimp Tacos With Chipotle Lime Slaw


Tacos are a staple of Mexican cuisine, and there are so many different variations of this classic dish. One of the most popular is shrimp tacos, and for good reason – they’re delicious! With the addition of a zesty and spicy Chipotle Lime Slaw, these shrimp tacos are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.


To start, you’ll need 4 cups of medium-sized raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and with the tails removed. Heat 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons of garlic salt. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and cooked through. Set aside.


Next, it’s time to prepare the Chipotle Lime Slaw. Combine 1/2 a shredded green cabbage, 1/2 a shredded red cabbage, 1 small finely chopped red onion, and 1/2 a cup of roughly chopped fresh cilantro in a large bowl. Add 1/2 a cup of Chipotle Lime Crema Sauce and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.

Shrimp Tacos With Chipotle Lime Slaw


PREP TIME: 30 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 10 MINUTES
SERVINGS: 8 SERVINGS

Ingredients:

Shrimp

4 cups (two 12oz bags) medium size raw shrimp, peeled, deveined and tail removed

2 teaspoons vegetable oil

1 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt


Chipotle Lime Slaw

1/2 a green cabbage, shredded

1/2 a red cabbage, shredded

1 small red onion, finely chopped

1/2 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chop or leave whole

1/2 cup Chipotle Lime Crema Sauce, more or less to taste


Tortillas

8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed


Chipotle Lime Crema Sauce

1/2 cup sour cream

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 1/2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, pureed

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions:


  • To start, you'll need 4 cups of medium-sized raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and with the tails removed. Heat 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons of garlic salt. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
  • Next, it's time to prepare the Chipotle Lime Slaw. Combine 1/2 a shredded green cabbage, 1/2 a shredded red cabbage, 1 small finely chopped red onion, and ½ a cup of roughly chopped fresh cilantro in a large bowl. Add 1/2 a cup of Chipotle Lime Crema Sauce and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
  • For the Chipotle Lime Crema Sauce, whisk together 1/2 a cup of sour cream, 1/2 a cup of mayonnaise, 1 1/2 tablespoons of pureed chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, 1/2 a teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/4teaspoon of kosher salt. This will be the perfect accompaniment to the shrimp and slaw.
  • To assemble the tacos, warm 8 small flour or corn tortillas in a dry skillet or on a griddle. Add a few pieces of cooked shrimp to each tortilla, and top with a generous spoonful of the Chipotle Lime Slaw. Drizzle with the Chipotle Lime Crema Sauce and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Homemade shrimp tacos with crunchy slaw and lime wedges served with crispy tortilla chips.

For the Chipotle Lime Crema Sauce, whisk together 1/2 a cup of sour cream, 1/2 a cup of mayonnaise, 1 1/2 tablespoons of pureed chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, 1/2 a teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt. This will be the perfect accompaniment to the shrimp and slaw.


To assemble the tacos, warm 8 small flour or corn tortillas in a dry skillet or on a griddle. Add a few pieces of cooked shrimp to each tortilla, and top with a generous spoonful of the Chipotle Lime Slaw. Drizzle with the Chipotle Lime Crema Sauce and serve immediately.


These Shrimp Tacos With Chipotle Lime Slaw are a wonderful blend of spicy, tangy, and savory flavors. They make a great meal for a summer evening or any time you want to bring a little bit of Mexican cuisine to your table. Enjoy!


RECIPE: Chipotle Lime Crema Sauce
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Stasia Wimmer Boschetti


Stasia Wimmer Boschetti, founder of American Country Living, celebrates the essence of country cooking and slow living with farm-to-table, seasonal, and classic recipes. With over 30 years in the culinary world, Stasia’s expertise transforms home kitchens into havens of rustic elegance. Educated at Flintridge Preparatory School, Woodbury University, and The Protocol School of Washington, D.C., she brings a formal dining touch to her comforting dishes. Now settled in North Texas, Stasia is a dedicated wife, mother, and fur-mom to five rescues. She’s also an avid reader, passionate knitter, coffee enthusiast, and unapologetic homebody. Discover her heartwarming creations on social media @homeandfeast or visit www.americancountryliving.com.