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15-Min Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Crema

Blackened shrimp hits a warm tortilla with tangy crema slaw and a sprinkle of crispy Cajun spice. Fast enough for a weeknight snack, impressive enough to serve.

Total time
12 min
Servings
2
Calories
380
Protein
28g
15-Min Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Crema
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix sour cream with half the lime juice and a pinch of salt. Toss coleslaw mix with the crema until coated.

  2. Step 2

    Pat shrimp dry. Toss with Cajun seasoning and the remaining lime juice until evenly coated.

  3. Step 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers. Working in one batch, sear shrimp 90 seconds per side without moving — edges should turn opaque.

  4. Step 4

    Warm tortillas in the same skillet for 10 seconds per side, stacking them as they finish.

  5. Step 5

    Divide crema slaw among tortillas. Top with shrimp and serve with tortilla chips on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • small mixing bowl
  • tongs
  • paper towels

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