Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Slaw

 

Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Slaw

**Servings:** 4 (Makes 8 tacos)  

**Prep Time:** 15 minutes  

**Cook Time:** 10 minutes  

 **Ingredients:**  

**For the Shrimp:**  

- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)  

- 1 tablespoon olive oil  

- 1 teaspoon chili powder  

- ½ teaspoon paprika  

- ½ teaspoon garlic powder  

- ½ teaspoon cumin  

- ½ teaspoon salt  

- ¼ teaspoon black pepper  

- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)  

- Juice of 1 lime  

 

**For the Avocado Slaw:**  

- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)  

- 1 ripe avocado  

- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream  

- Juice of 1 lime  

- 1 clove garlic (minced)  

- ¼ teaspoon salt  

- ¼ teaspoon black pepper  

- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro  

**For Serving:**  

- 8 small corn or flour tortillas  

- Extra lime wedges  

- Hot sauce (optional)  

**Instructions:**  

1. **Prepare the Shrimp:** In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using). Let marinate for 10 minutes.  

2. **Make the Avocado Slaw:** In a large bowl, mash the avocado and mix with Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add shredded cabbage and chopped cilantro, then toss to coat.  

3. **Cook the Shrimp:** Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the shrimp before removing from heat.  

4. **Assemble the Tacos:** Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Add a spoonful of avocado slaw to each tortilla, then top with shrimp. Serve with extra lime wedges and hot sauce if desired.  

Enjoy your flavorful and spicy shrimp tacos! Let me know if you want another type of recipe.