Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Lime Crema
Bright and spicy sautéed shrimp tucked into warm tortillas with crisp cabbage slaw and tangy lime crema for a quick Mexican-inspired dinner. This mexican-inspired tacos & burritos ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, ground cumin, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 12 pieces, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup, shredded small green cabbage
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
- 4 small flour tortillas
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 12 peeled and deveined large shrimp with 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp salt. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup shredded small green cabbage, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Toss lightly to mix.
- Step 3: To make lime crema, whisk together 1/4 cup sour cream, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp honey until smooth.
- Step 4: Warm 4 small flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side. Assemble tacos by dividing shrimp evenly among tortillas, topping with cabbage slaw and drizzling with lime crema. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Lime Crema take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Lime Crema?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground cumin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Lime Crema?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Lime Crema for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Lime Crema?
Mexican tacos & burritos like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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