Blackened Shrimp Tacos
This blackened shrimp tacos recipe is simple to make and bursting with bold, aromatic flavors! Plump and juicy seasoned shrimp are paired with a zesty sriracha slaw.
Servings: 8 tacos
Ingredients
- 1 pound uncooked (31-40/pound size) shrimp thawed & peeled, tails removed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2-3 tablespoons blackened seasoning mine is linked or use store bought
For the slaw:
- 2/3 cup mayo
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2-3 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 3 cups finely shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
- 1/3 cup chopped red onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
For serving:
- 8 medium corn tortillas
- 1 large avocado chopped/sliced
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prep your shrimp. If they're frozen, add them to a colander and run under cool water until thawed.
- Meanwhile, add the slaw dressing ingredients (mayo, sour cream, sriracha sauce, lime juice, garlic) to a fairly large prep bowl and mix together until smooth, then add in the shredded cabbage, onions, and cilantro. Toss until coated. Taste and adjust as needed.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet, then add the shrimp and sprinkle with the blackened seasoning. Cook over medium-high heat until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, flipping/stirring them occasionally (about 5 minutes).
- Serve with warmed tortillas, slaw, avocado, and lime wedges.
Notes
- Spice level: they are quite hot with 3 tbsp blackened seasoning and 3 tbsp sriracha (what the photos are pictured with). These will have a kick regardless, but if you want something more mild, go with 2 tbsp for each or less. The spice level of blackened seasonings with vary depending on the brand or how much cayenne pepper you add to a homemade variety.
- This recipe will make approx. 8 tacos with your typical medium-size corn tortillas, but it depends on how much you top them. If you’re using the mini “street size” corn tortillas, you'll be able to make more.
Nutrition
Calories: 327kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 583mg | Potassium: 404mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 263IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 1mg
