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.

 

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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

 

Homemade shrimp tacos with crunchy slaw and lime wedges served with crispy tortilla chips.

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!
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