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Blackened Shrimp Tacos

Blackened Shrimp Tacos

These Blackened Shrimp Tacos are packed with flavor and perfect for a quick, delicious meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
Slaw
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
Tortillas
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until they are cooked through and blackened.
  3. In another bowl, mix the cabbage, carrots, cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the slaw.
  4. Warm the tortillas in the skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
  5. Assemble the tacos by placing the blackened shrimp on the tortillas and topping with the slaw.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

For added flavor, try adding avocado slices or a squeeze of fresh lime juice to each taco before serving.
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