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Fresh Grilled Shrimp Tacos Recipe with Easy Zesty Cilantro Lime Slaw

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These fresh grilled shrimp tacos feature smoky charred shrimp paired with a bright, crunchy cilantro lime slaw, making a quick, easy, and satisfying meal perfect for any night.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for grilling)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime (for marinating)
  • 3 cups shredded green cabbage (about half a small head)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas (warmed)
  • Optional: sliced avocado, lime wedges, and hot sauce for extra flavor

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the shrimp in the marinade until fully coated. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, toss together shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and chopped cilantro.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, olive oil, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well. Set aside to let flavors meld.
  4. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
  5. Place shrimp on the grill in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and slightly charred. Avoid overcooking.
  6. While shrimp grill, warm tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly toasted.
  7. Assemble the tacos by placing a few shrimp in each tortilla and topping generously with cilantro lime slaw. Add sliced avocado or a squeeze of extra lime if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Marinate shrimp for about 10 minutes to avoid the lime juice ‘cooking’ the shrimp. Pat shrimp dry before marinating to ensure good searing. Toss slaw dressing just before serving to keep it crisp. Warm tortillas while shrimp grill to serve hot tacos. If shrimp char too fast, lower heat or move to cooler part of grill.

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Keywords: shrimp tacos, grilled shrimp, cilantro lime slaw, easy tacos, seafood tacos, gluten-free, dairy-free, quick dinner

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