Baja Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw
Crispy popcorn shrimp, zesty cilantro lime slaw, and a drizzle of spicy-sweet sriracha mayo all tucked into warm tortillas. Quick, fresh, and full of flavor—perfect for busy weeknights or whenever you need a taco that hits all the right notes.
Equipment
Ingredients
Tacos
- 1 - 22 oz package of popcorn shrimp I use Seapak’s family size package
- 8 flour tortillas
Cilantro Lime Slaw
- 1 cup green cabbage shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage shredded
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- ½ –1 lime juiced (start small—taste buds are picky)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
Sriracha Mayo
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1-2 tablespoons honey adjust to taste—because some like it sweet, and some not so much
Optional Toppings
- Diced avocado chopped cilantro, or whatever else you want to pile on without judgment
Instructions
- Bake shrimp according to package directions.
- While shrimp are crisping up in the oven, whisk together mayo, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Add shredded cabbage and cilantro, toss to combine.
- Spoon some crispy shrimp into each tortilla, top with slaw, a drizzle of sriracha mayo, and any extra toppings that make you happy. Eat immediately and try not to drool on yourself.
Notes
Pro Tips
- Start with half the lime juice in your slaw, then taste. Lime is a diva—too much, and it steals the show.
- Popcorn shrimp cooks fast, so keep an eye on them. Burnt shrimp = sad taco.
- Guacamole: Because tacos without avocado is just… sad.
- Chips and Salsa: Crunchy, salty, and a little messy—just how life should be.
- Mexican Street Corn: For when you’re feeling fancy
Nutrition
Serving: 8 TacosCalories: 315kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 19gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 139mgSodium: 676mgPotassium: 309mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 159IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 107mgIron: 2mg
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