Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Green Goddess Cabbage Slaw
These shrimp tacos are full of flavor, using simple ingredients, and quick and easy to make!
Ingredients
Servings: 4+
For the Shrimp:
- 1 1/2 lbs. Shrimp, uncooked, thawed or fresh, peeled and tail-off
- 1 tbsp. Chili Powder
- 1 tbsp. Paprika
- 1 tsp. Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp. Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp. Salt
- 1 tsp. Black Pepper
For the Green Goddess Cabbage Slaw:
- 1 small Green Cabbage, shredded
- Juice of 2 Limes
- 1 cup Fresh Cilantro
- 1/2 cup Bubbies' Bread and Butter Pickles, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Bubbies' Bread and Butter Pickles, juice
- 1 ripe Avocado
- 1/4 cup Water
- Salt & Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
For the Shrimp:
- In a small bowl, mix the seasonings.
- Add the seasonings to the shrimp, toss until well-coated.
- Cover and set aside in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to marinate.
For the Green Goddess Cabbage Slaw:
- In a food processor or blender, add the avocado, pickle juice, cilantro, lime juice, and water. Pulse until smooth and creamy. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
- Finely slice the cabbage, then add to a large bowl. Add the chopped pickles.
- Pour the avocado dressing over the cabbage bowl and toss well to combine.
To Serve:
- Heat the olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat.
- Add the minced garlic to sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp to cook for 2 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Heat up the corn tortillas on a hot griddle.
- In each corn tortilla, add a generous scoop of the green goddess cabbage slaw and the cooked shrimp. Optional toppings that pair well are cotija cheese, pickled onions, and microgreens.
- Serve with a lime wedge. Enjoy warm!
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