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Cayenne Shrimp Tacos

Warm tortillas hold shrimps with cayenne spice and crunchy slaw.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/4 cup lime crema
  • 1 lime wedged

Method
 

  1. Toss the shrimp with cayenne, paprika, and olive oil.
  2. Sear in a hot skillet 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and curled.
  3. Warm the tortillas in a dry pan until pliable.
  4. Fill each tortilla with shrimp and a handful of cabbage.
  5. Drizzle with lime crema and serve with extra lime wedges.

Notes

Don't crowd the pan or the shrimp will steam instead of sear.