Fave Cilantro Lime Shrimp Recipe
Fresh White Corn Tortillas topped with Pacific Shrimp sautéed with Garlic Butter Lime Sauce, Asian Slaw & Tomatoes, drizzled with Cilantro Cream Sauce.
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Ingredients
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Tortillas
Shrimp and Sauce
Asian Slaw
Cilantro Cream Sauce
Toppings
Method
Tortillas
- 1
Prepare the Tortillas
Warm the fresh white corn tortillas in a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and pliable. Keep them warm until ready to serve.
Shrimp and Sauce
- 2
Sauté the Shrimp
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the Pacific shrimp, salt, pepper, lime juice, and lime zest. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the shrimp turns pink and opaque.
Asian Slaw
- 3
Make the Slaw
In a large bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, shredded carrot, and sliced green onions. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar. Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss until well combined.
Cilantro Cream Sauce
- 4
Prepare the Cilantro Cream Sauce
In a medium bowl, mix together the sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and garlic powder. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Assemble
- 5
Assemble the Tacos
Take a warm tortilla and add a portion of the sautéed shrimp, followed by a handful of the Asian slaw, and a sprinkle of diced tomatoes. Drizzle the cilantro cream sauce generously over the top. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
