Smoky Paprika Shrimp Tacos

Name: Smoky Paprika Shrimp Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 3 servings (2 tacos each)
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 6 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed; 2 cups shredded red cabbage; 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt; 1 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce, minced; 1 lime, juiced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro

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Bring a taste of coastal flair to your table in just 20 minutes with these Smoky Paprika Shrimp Tacos. Juicy shrimp are tossed in a bold rub of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cumin, then sautéed until perfectly pink and slightly charred. They're tucked into warm corn tortillas with a crisp, tangy cabbage slaw and drizzled with a creamy, spicy chipotle-lime sauce. These tacos are light yet satisfying, bursting with smoky, zesty, and fresh flavors. They're ideal for a fun, interactive weeknight dinner, a festive weekend lunch, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer for gatherings. Customize with your favorite taco toppings for the ultimate build-your-own experience.

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Two open-faced shrimp tacos with cabbage slaw and sauce on a plate

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time5 min

Servings3 servings (2 tacos each)

Equipment

SkilletMixing bowls

Instructions

1
Toss shrimp with smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
2
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until opaque. Remove from heat and squeeze half the lime juice over them.
3
Mix shredded cabbage with a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lime juice to make a quick slaw.
4
Combine sour cream, minced chipotle, and a squeeze of lime to make the chipotle sauce.
5
Assemble tacos: warm tortilla, slaw, shrimp, a drizzle of chipotle sauce, and fresh cilantro.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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