Not only do these savory little bites look and taste amazing,
but they are packed full of health benefits too!
Shrimp: supports heart health, reduces the risk of cognitive decline, and promotes thyroid function.
Cabbage: improves digestion, fights inflammation, and lowers blood pressure and cholesterol.
Avocado: helps reduce blood pressure, supports gut health, and promotes cognitive function.
Red onion: helps fight bacteria and protects the body from ulcers, various cancers, heart disease, and allergies. Lime: reduces inflammation, prevents certain chronic diseases, promotes heart health, and improves immunity. Together these amazing tacos are filled with antioxidants and vitamins!
Ingredients:
For the shrimp:
1 lb. shrimp fresh or frozen / peeled, deveined, and the tails removed
1 tsp. paprika
2 tsp. cumin
2 tsp. coriander
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
salt & pepper
olive oil
For the slaw:
shredded cabbage (the pre-shredded stuff in the bag works great and saves time!)
1/4 cup oil
2 green onions chopped
1/2 cup cilantro
1/2 jalapeno
2 cloves garlic
2 limes juiced
salt 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
Extras:
8 to 10 small tortillas - corn or flour
red onion finely sliced
avocado sliced
cotija cheese
lime wedges
Instructions:
Prepare the slaw:
Add the onion, cilantro, jalapeno, garlic, lime juice, salt, and Greek yogurt in a blender or food processor. Pulse until fully incorporated and resembles a sauce. Reserve some of the sauce for topping the tacos later and pour the remaining sauce over the shredded cabbage. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little cold water until it becomes the desired consistency. Set aside.
Season and cook the shrimp:
Pat the shrimp dry and season with paprika, cumin, coriander, cayenne, salt & pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and place the shrimp in the pan so that each one has contact with the hot pan. Cook while flipping often until cooked through - about 4 to 6 minutes.
Assemble the tacos:
For the best presentation, smash some of the avocado onto a warmed tortilla, add a bit of the slaw, 3 or 4 of the shrimp, a drizzle of the extra sauce, red onions, and cotija cheese. Serve with an extra lime wedge.
Enjoy!
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