Description
Golden, crispy fried shrimp tacos filled with succulent breaded shrimp, crunchy slaw, and a zesty avocado crema. Quick, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners, parties, or Taco Tuesday. Includes gluten-free and dairy-free options, pro tips, and storage advice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) raw shrimp (prawns), peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or other high-heat oil)
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup grated carrot
- ½ cup fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
- 6–8 flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for gluten-free)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt for dairy-free)
- 1 small ripe avocado
- 3–4 tablespoons lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra lime wedges, sliced jalapeños, or hot sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry and toss with paprika, coriander, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, toss shredded cabbage, grated carrot, and chopped cilantro with a squeeze of lime and a pinch of salt to make the slaw.
- Blend Greek yogurt, avocado, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy to make the avocado crema.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or over an open flame for 30 seconds per side.
- Assemble tacos: Place a layer of slaw on each tortilla, add several crispy shrimp, and top with a generous drizzle of avocado crema. Garnish with lime, jalapeños, or hot sauce if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Swap Greek yogurt for coconut or almond-based yogurt for dairy-free tacos.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying shrimp—work in batches for best crispiness.
- Slaw and avocado crema can be prepared 1 day ahead and kept refrigerated.
- Fried shrimp are best fresh but can be reheated in a skillet or air fryer for crunch.
- Add chipotle, mango salsa, or Cajun spice for extra flavor twists.
- Serve with black beans, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 65mg