Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
1 lb (450g) Large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed
1 tbsp Olive oil
1 tsp Chili powder
1/2 tsp Ground cumin
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper
1 tsp Lime zest
For the Lime Sauce & Slaw:
½ cup Mayonnaise
¼ cup Sour cream
1 tbsp Lime juice
1 tsp Lime zest
1 tsp Honey or agave syrup
1 clove Garlic, minced
¼ cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
2 cups Purple cabbage, thinly sliced
1 small Carrot, shredded
For Assembly:
8-10 Corn tortillas, warmed
1 Avocado, diced
½ cup Queso fresco or crumbled feta
Instructions
1. Season Shrimp: Toss dried shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and half the lime zest. Set aside.
2. Make Sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, remaining lime zest, lime juice, honey, garlic, and half the cilantro. Season with salt.
3. Prepare Slaw: Toss cabbage, carrot, a pinch of salt, and 2 tbsp of the prepared lime sauce in a bowl.
4. Cook Shrimp: Sauté seasoned shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
5. Assemble: Layer warm tortillas with slaw, shrimp, a drizzle of lime sauce, avocado, cheese, and fresh cilantro.
Notes
Pro-Tips:
• Pat shrimp completely dry with paper towels before seasoning for a better sear.
• Massage the cabbage and carrot with salt for 5 minutes before tossing with the dressing to soften the slaw.
• Use a dry, hot skillet to warm tortillas until pliable, then keep wrapped in a towel.
• Do not overcook shrimp; they only need 2-3 minutes per side to stay tender.
Variations:
• Substitute shrimp with chicken breast strips or cubed firm tofu.
• Make it dairy-free by replacing sour cream with full-fat coconut milk.
• Add pickled red onions or roasted corn for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired