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15 Minute Easy Shrimp Tacos

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  • Author: ruby
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free options available

Description

Quick and satisfying shrimp tacos with a refreshing slaw and creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled & deveined)
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 3 cups coleslaw mix
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 9 corn tortillas


Instructions

  1. Season the shrimp by adding them to a bowl, sprinkling with taco seasoning and a dash of garlic powder.
  2. Make the sauce by mixing yogurt with lime juice and a pinch of taco seasoning.
  3. Cook the shrimp in a non-stick skillet over high heat for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
  4. Prepare the slaw by combining coleslaw mix with chopped cilantro and drizzling in some of the creamy sauce.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas in the same skillet for about 10 seconds on each side.
  6. Assemble the tacos by spooning shrimp into tortillas, topping with slaw and drizzling with sauce.

Notes

Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving for extra brightness.