Name: Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Yogurt-Lime Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 454 g peeled + deveined shrimp; 2 tsp (10 ml) ground coriander; 1 tsp (5 ml) chipotle powder; 1 tsp (5 ml) garlic powder; 1 tsp (5 ml) kosher salt; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) cayenne pepper; 2 limes; 2 avocados, peeled + diced; 4 small radishes, thinly shaved; 2 chile peppers, thinly sliced (red fresno or serrano); 80 ml packed cilantro leaves; 8 corn or flour tortillas, charred over an open flame; 227 g greek yogurt; 2 limes, zested and juiced; 1 tbsp (15 ml) honey; 1/2 tsp (3 ml) kosher salt

Description

Learn how to make delicious Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Yogurt-Lime Slaw that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a flavorful meal any day!

Ingredients

Scale

454 g peeled + deveined shrimp
2 tsp (10 ml) ground coriander
1 tsp (5 ml) chipotle powder
1 tsp (5 ml) garlic powder
1 tsp (5 ml) kosher salt
1/4 tsp (1 ml) cayenne pepper
2 limes
2 avocados, peeled + diced
4 small radishes, thinly shaved
2 chile peppers, thinly sliced (red fresno or serrano)
80 ml packed cilantro leaves
8 corn or flour tortillas, charred over an open flame
227 g greek yogurt
2 limes, zested and juiced
1 tbsp (15 ml) honey
1/2 tsp (3 ml) kosher salt

Instructions

In a mixing dish, blend the shrimp with coriander, chipotle powder, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. Squeeze the juice from one lime into the mixture. Stir thoroughly and allow it to marinate for 10 minutes.
While waiting, in a separate bowl, combine the chopped avocados, radishes, chiles, and cilantro leaves. Add the juice of the remaining lime and mix thoroughly. Season with a bit of salt and put aside.
Warm a large pan over medium-high heat, either on the stove or grill. Pour in enough oil to coat the bottom. When the oil is hot, add the shrimp and saute quickly until they turn pink on both sides and are thoroughly cooked.
To build the tacos, lay a few shrimp in each tortilla. Spoon the avocado mixture on top and finish with a splash of lime yogurt sauce (recipe below).
In a bowl, mix together greek yogurt, lime zest, lime juice, honey, and salt.
Whisk until you achieve a smooth consistency.

Notes

Try grilling the shrimp for a smokier taste instead of sautéing.
Char tortillas over an open flame for a delicious charred flavor.
Adjust spice levels by adding more or less cayenne pepper to the marinade.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Calories: 350
Fat: 15g
Protein: 25g

Keywords: shrimp tacos, spicy avocado, lime yogurt sauce, grilled shrimp, fresh cilantro, charred tortillas