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Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos: Best Recipe with Creamy Slaw

Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw

Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos are deliciously zesty and beautifully complemented by a creamy slaw, making them a perfect meal for taco night.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup cabbage, shredded
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 avocado, sliced

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix cabbage, sour cream, cilantro, and honey to make the slaw.
  4. Warm tortillas in the skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
  5. Assemble tacos by placing shrimp and slaw in each tortilla, and top with avocado slices.

Notes

  • Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
  • Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

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