Fresh Shrimp Tacos Flavor (Printer-Friendly)
Savory seasoned shrimp paired with creamy sauce and crisp coleslaw in soft tortillas for a fresh, flavorful meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Seafood
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Seasoning
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2 tablespoons salted butter, divided
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2 tablespoons taco seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
→ Sauce
05 -
1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 small shallot, finely chopped
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1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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1 teaspoon lime zest
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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Vegetables
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3 cups tri-color coleslaw mix
→ Tortillas
14 -
6 small flour tortillas
# Steps to Make This:
01 -
Rinse shrimp and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
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Melt 1 tablespoon salted butter and combine with taco seasoning in a large bowl.
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Add shrimp to seasoned butter mixture and toss until each piece is evenly coated.
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Combine sour cream, garlic, shallot, jalapeño, cilantro, salt, lime zest, lime juice, and olive oil in a food processor. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
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Divide sauce in half; toss one half with coleslaw mix until fully coated. Reserve remaining sauce for serving.
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Heat remaining butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned shrimp and cook 4 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
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Warm tortillas, fill each with a portion of coleslaw and approximately 3 shrimp. Drizzle reserved sauce over the top and serve immediately.
# Additional Notes:
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Assemble tacos just before serving to prevent sogginess; store shrimp, slaw, and sauce separately in the refrigerator for up to three days.