Shrimp Tacos

Shrimp Tacos

2 Servings

Ingredients

Shrimp Tacos

  • 1 pound large or jumbo shrimp peeled, deveined, and tails removed (fresh

  • or frozen and thawed)

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 6 to 8 GF tortillas (Siete is my favorite)

  • Garnishes: avocados, cilantro, lime wedges

Slaw and Sauce

  • 1/2 cup veganaise

  • 1 tablespoons avocado oil

  • 1 clove garlic peeled

  • 1/2 small jalapeno seeds and membranes removed

  • 1/4 cup tightly packed fresh cilantro leaves

  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

  • Zest and juice of 1 large or 2 very small limes about 2 teaspoons zest and

  • 3 tablespoons juice

  • 1 cups shredded cabbage or slaw mix

Instructions

1. Rinse and pat the shrimp dry, then transfer to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with the chili powder, chipotle chili, cumin, and salt. Toss to coat evenly. Let rest while you prepare the shrimp taco sauce and slaw.

2. Prepare the sauce and slaw: In a food processor or nutri bullet, process the veganaise, olive oil, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, salt, lime zest, and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Place the cabbage in a mixing bowl and toss with about 1/2 cup of the sauce. Add more sauce if you desire a creamier slaw, then reserve the rest of the sauce for serving.

3. Cook the shrimp: In a large nonstick skillet over medium high, heat the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil. Add the shrimp and sauté just until the shrimp is cooked through and no longer translucent in the center, about 4 minutes. Do not overcook! Transfer the shrimp immediately to a plate.

4. Warm the tortillas (optional) and assemble the tacos: If you like, warm the tortillas in the microwave (put them in a stack and cover them with a lightly damp towel) or a 250 degree F oven while the shrimp cook. To serve, fill the tortillas with your desired number of shrimp, then top generously with the slaw, extra sauce, a squeeze of lime juice, and any other desired toppings. Enjoy immediately.

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