Shrimp Tacos in 15 Minutes or Less! | Quick Weeknight Meal

Looking for a quick and delicious meal? These smoky shrimp tacos come together in just 15 minutes, making them perfect for busy weeknights! Juicy shrimp coated in smoky spices, a crunchy cabbage slaw, and a creamy, spicy mayo—all wrapped up in a warm tortilla. This recipe is bold, fresh, and packed with flavor.

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Smoky Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Spicy Mayo

Servings: 4 (Makes about 8 tacos)

Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp coriander
1 tsp oregano
Pinch of salt
Juice of ½ lemon
2 tbsp olive oil

For the Cabbage Slaw:
¼ head of cabbage, grated
3 green onions, sliced
Handful of fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbsp hot honey
Juice of ½ lemon
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt, to taste

For the Spicy Mayo:
½ cup mayonnaise
1-2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
Juice of ½ lemon
For Serving:
8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
Pickled onions
Extra lemon wedges
Instructions

Toss shrimp with smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, coriander, oregano, salt, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Remove from heat.

In a large bowl, combine grated cabbage, green onions, and parsley.
Drizzle with hot honey, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Toss well and let sit for a few minutes.

Mix the Spicy Mayo

Whisk together mayo, hot sauce, and lemon juice until smooth.
Assemble the Tacos

Warm tortillas in a dry pan or directly over a flame for a slight char.
Layer with shrimp, cabbage slaw, and a drizzle of spicy mayo.
Top with pickled onions and serve with extra lemon wedges.

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