Cajun Shrimp Tacos

Cajun shrimp tacos feature skillet-cooked shrimp seasoned with Cajun spices, garlic, and lime, served in warm tortillas with a creamy jalapeño slaw and fresh cilantro.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Creole

Keyword Cajun Shrimp Tacos

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 7

Total Time 22

Servings tacos

Calories 296kcal

Author Cathy Pollak

Equipment

measuring cups and spoons For accurate measuring.
mixing bowls For making the slaw.
Knife For chopping the jalapeños, onion, and cilantro.
skillet For making the shrimp.

Ingredients

2 cups coleslaw mix
1/4 cup diced jalapeño
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
4 tbsps. fresh lime juice divided
1 lb. raw large shrimp peeled and deveined, tail on or off - your choice
2 tbsps. Cajun seasoning
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tbsps. olive oil
8 taco-sized flour tortillas

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, diced jalapeños, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
2 cups coleslaw mix, 1/4 cup diced jalapeño, 1/4 cup diced red onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and 2 tablespoons of lime juice. Pour over the slaw mixture and toss until evenly coated. Chill until ready to serve.
1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 4 tbsps. fresh lime juice
In another bowl, toss the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning, remaining lime juice, and minced garlic until well coated.
1 lb. raw large shrimp, 2 tbsps. Cajun seasoning, 2 cloves garlic
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through.
2 tbsps. olive oil
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
8 taco-sized flour tortillas
Assemble the tacos by adding the creamy slaw to each tortilla, topping with the Cajun shrimp, and finishing with extra cilantro or lime, if desired.

Notes

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