Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
  • lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss until the shrimp are well coated and let marinate for about 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
  3. While the shrimp is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a dry pan for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  4. To assemble the tacos, place a few pieces of cooked shrimp onto each tortilla. Top with shredded red cabbage and slices of avocado.
  5. Garnish each taco with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

💡 Chef's Notes

Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of cayenne pepper.

Recipe by Emma - Recipe Creator & Food Blogger