Blackened Shrimp Tacos
Taco Tuesday is extra exciting with these Blackened Shrimp Tacos on the table! Cajun-spiced and perfectly seared shrimp are wrapped in tortillas and topped with cabbage slaw, chipotle aioli, avocado, and cilantro. Ready in 30 minutes!
Servings: 6 tacos
Ingredients
For the shrimp:
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the tacos:
- avocado
- cabbage slaw
- cilantro
- 6 flour tortillas
Instructions
- Place the shrimp in a large bowl, then sprinkle the smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and oregano overtop; stir to combine.
- Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, then add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, being careful not to overcook.
- Meanwhile, heat the tortillas either in a skillet or directly over the stove if you have a gas stove. And, if you haven’t already, make the chipotle aioli.
- To assemble: add a few shrimp to each tortilla, then add your taco toppings of choice. Drizzle with the chipotle aioli and enjoy!
Notes
*Calories are per serving and are an estimation.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 505mg | Potassium: 255mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 168IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 2mg
