Pan-Roasted Mexican Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

Succulent shrimp pan-roasted with smoky chipotle powder, served in warm corn tortillas topped with a crisp and tangy cilantro lime slaw. This Mexican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 2 cups green cabbage, shredded
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, toss 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 1 tsp chipotle chili powder, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp salt until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Step 3: Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, with slight char marks.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, mix 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to create the slaw.
5. Step 5: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side until pliable.
6. Step 6: Assemble tacos by placing 3-4 shrimp in each tortilla and topping with a generous spoonful of cilantro lime slaw before serving.