Description
These Bobby Flay-inspired shrimp tacos are packed with bold flavors, featuring succulent shrimp seasoned with a smoky spice blend, topped with a vibrant slaw and creamy chipotle sauce. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or any night of the week, these tacos bring restaurant-quality taste right to your kitchen. Serve them with lime wedges and avocado for a fresh and zesty finish!
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
- 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Slaw:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Chipotle Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1–2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Let it marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Make the Slaw: In a separate bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, carrots, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and salt. Toss to mix and set aside.
- Prepare the Chipotle Sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, honey, chipotle peppers, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Remove from heat.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas on a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side or until warm and slightly toasted.
- Assemble the Tacos: Layer each tortilla with slaw, shrimp, avocado slices, and a drizzle of chipotle sauce. Sprinkle with Cotija cheese if using.
- Serve: Garnish with lime wedges and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra char, grill the shrimp instead of pan-searing.
- Make it spicier by adding extra chipotle or a dash of hot sauce.
- Swap the mayo for Greek yogurt for a lighter chipotle sauce.
- Use grilled fish or chicken instead of shrimp for a variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: ~350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: ~750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: ~180mg