shrimp tacos with citris slaw

Franklin, TX
Updated on May 13, 2013

This recipe was originally from Real Simple but after making it once, I tweaked the recipe to fit my family's tastes. If the limes are tight, put in microwave for 10-20 seconds.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Saute
yield Serves 4

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1/4 small purple cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 large jalapeño peppers, seeds & veins removed then chopped
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, cleaned ams deveined.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
  • - salt and pepper

How To Make shrimp tacos with citris slaw

  • Step 1
    In a large bowl, whisk the orange pineapple juice and lime juices, sour cream, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
  • Step 2
    Add the cabbage, cilantro, corn, and jalapeño and toss to combine. Let sit, tossing occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Step 4
    Season the shrimp with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Cook until opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes
  • Step 5
    Wrap the tortillas in damp paper towels and heat in microwave for 30 - 45 seconds. Serve the shrimp with the tortillas and the slaw.

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Category: Fish
Category: Seafood
Culture: Mexican
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Ingredient: Seafood
Method: Saute

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