Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
  • lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the paprika and cumin, allowing the spices to toast slightly for about a minute.
  4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp is pink and opaque.
  5. Squeeze lime juice over the cooked shrimp and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side or until pliable.
  7. To assemble the tacos, layer shredded cabbage on each tortilla, followed by a generous serving of garlic butter shrimp, a few slices of avocado, and fresh cilantro.
  8. Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra zesty kick.

💡 Chef's Notes

Serve with lime wedges for an extra zesty kick.

Recipe by Elena - Recipe Creator & Food Blogger