Shrimp Asada Tacos Recipe
o two tacos with red & green cabbage, red bell peppers, salsa macha, cilantro, lime, 'Tozi' tortilla
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Slaw & Vegetables
Tortillas & Finish
Method
Shrimp
- 1
Marinate shrimp
In a medium bowl combine 2 tbs olive oil, 1 tbs lime juice, 1 tsp minced garlic, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp chipotle or chile powder, 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add the 12 shrimp and toss to coat. Let marinate 10–15 minutes at room temperature (no longer than 30 minutes).
- 2
Cook shrimp
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle (about 1 tsp) of oil. When shimmering, add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1.5–2 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred — total 3–4 minutes. Remove from pan to rest for 1 minute. If using a grill, oil grates and cook similarly.
Slaw & Vegetables
- 3
Prepare slaw
In a bowl combine 0.75 cup shredded red cabbage, 0.75 cup shredded green cabbage, and 0.5 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper. Add 2 tsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp plain yogurt or sour cream, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar, 1/2 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and a pinch (1/8 tsp) black pepper. Toss until evenly coated. Taste and adjust acidity or salt. Stir in 2 tbs chopped cilantro and set aside.
- 4
Prep lime and cilantro
Zest the lime if desired and cut into wedges or segments for serving. Reserve a few whole cilantro leaves for garnish.
Tortillas & Assembly
- 5
Warm tortillas
Heat a dry skillet or griddle over medium heat. Brush each 'Tozi' tortilla lightly with 1 tsp oil or butter and warm 20–30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly toasted. Keep warm wrapped in a clean towel.
- 6
Assemble tacos
Place one warmed tortilla on a plate. Spoon half of the slaw onto the center. Arrange 6 cooked shrimp (for two tacos total, 3 shrimp per taco or divide as preferred) on top of the slaw. Drizzle 1 tsp salsa macha over each taco (adjust to heat preference). Sprinkle with reserved cilantro leaves and a little lime zest if using. Repeat with second tortilla and remaining ingredients.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing. Offer extra salsa macha and cilantro at the table.