The best ever Shrimp Tacos! Seasoned with taco spices, this shrimp is pan-cooked and served with a zesty cilantro lime dressing. Grab your favorite tortillas and make these easy shrimp tacos for dinner tonight!
This is not your average taco Tuesday meal.
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos bring together the taco flavors I love with the fresh juicy taste of perfectly cooked shrimp.
SAVE THIS EASY SHRIMP TACO RECIPE TO YOUR FAVORITE PINTEREST BOARD!
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What do I need?
Here’s what you need to make shrimp tacos with slaw:
- large shrimp
- butter
- taco seasoning
- flour tortillas
- Greek yogurt
- grapeseed oil
- garlic
- shallot
- jalapeno
- cilantro
- salt,
- limes
- coleslaw mix
The shrimp should be shelled and deveined before cooking. Buy fresh shrimp from the seafood counter at your supermarket. Or, use frozen shrimp that’s been thawed and patted dry.
Should I season shrimp?
At a minimum the shrimp will need salt and pepper to help enhance that delicious sweet flavor. We use taco seasoning in this recipe which makes it even more delicious!
After seasoning the shrimp, you simply pan cook it for a few minutes until cooked through.
Can I use regular coleslaw instead of cilantro lime coleslaw?
This recipe includes instructions for making a delicious taco slaw tossed with a Greek yogurt based cilantro lime dressing. If you prefer to just use a store bought coleslaw or other favorite slaw, the tacos will have a totally different flavor but still be good!
Are shrimp tacos better with corn or flour?
This is personal preference. I prefer soft flour or soft corn tortillas, but crunchy taco shells are great too!
Can I fry the shrimp for these shrimp tacos?
You can definitely fry the shrimp if you like. This is another favorite way to serve shrimp tacos. Battered and fried shrimp adds a little crunchy texture to the taco. This is especially nice if you’re serving them in flour tortillas.
Storage Instructions
If you don’t think the tacos will all be eaten at that time, don’t assemble them all. These tacos are best when assembled right at the time of eating. Otherwise the ingredients all get soft/soggy.
Store the coleslaw separate, dressing separate and the shrimp separate and reheat as needed.
These ingredients should be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the shrimp (if desired) upon eating–or enjoy it cold if you prefer! It’s tasty either way.
What toppings are good for shrimp tacos?
We served these Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Tacos with all our usual favorite taco fixings. Pico de gallo salsa, avocado slices (or guacamole) and sour cream are all delicious additions.
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- Steamed Tilapia
The BEST Shrimp Tacos are spiced with taco seasoning and topped with a cilantro lime slaw. Served on flour or corn tortillas, this shrimp is flavorful and easy to make!
Shrimp Tacos
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 oz homemade taco seasoning
- 1 lb large shrimp deveined, shelled, tails-off
- 6 flour taco tortillas
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon canola oil or grapeseed oil
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 shallot
- ½ of a small jalapeño with seed if you like the heat
- ¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 limes zested and juice reserved
- 2 cups coleslaw mix
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp and pat dry.
- In a large microwavable bowl, melt two tablespoons of butter. Add the taco seasoning and mix well.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss gently to coat completely. Set aside.
- Put the Greek yogurt, garlic, shallot, jalapeño, cilantro, salt, lime zest, and lime juice in a food processor or blender. Add the canola oil and mix for about 30 seconds until dressing is smooth.
- Put the coleslaw into a medium bowl, and pour half of the dressing. Toss to combine. Reserve the rest of the dressing to top the tacos. It will seem a bit liquidy, but will thicken as it sits.
- In a large skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium high heat.
- Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for about 4-5 minutes, until no longer translucent. Move the shrimp around , and turning over so that it cooks completely.
- Remove from heat and place into a serving bowl alongside the bowl of coleslaw, a bowl of the remaining dressing, and additional toppings. Additional toppings can include avocado, sour cream, chopped tomatoes, and any additional items you might enjoy on top of tacos.
Comments & Reviews
What can be used instead of yogurt, I’m not a fan.
Lynda, I’d substitute sour cream for the yogurt.