Name: Baja Shrimp Tacos
Ingredients: 1 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail removed; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 cup mayonnaise (low fat optional); 1/4 cup sour cream (fat free optional); 1 whole chipotle in adobo, chopped; 1 teaspoon adobo sauce; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 2 cups coleslaw mix; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 lime, juiced; 2 teaspoons chopped cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Cheese; Diced tomatoes; Sliced avocado; 8 small flour tortillas

Description

Baja Shrimp Tacos are a fun twist on taco night! Juicy shrimp are lightly spiced with ancho chili and cayenne, then paired with a creamy chipotle lime sauce and fresh Mexican coleslaw. Ready in just 20 minutes, this is a quick, flavorful dinner the whole family will love. Perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings!

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

1 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail removed
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Chipotle Lime Sauce:

1/4 cup mayonnaise (low fat optional)
1/4 cup sour cream (fat free optional)
1 whole chipotle in adobo, chopped
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Mexican Coleslaw:

2 cups coleslaw mix
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 lime, juiced
2 teaspoons chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt

Optional Toppings:

Cheese
Diced tomatoes
Sliced avocado
8 small flour tortillas

Instructions

Marinate the Shrimp:
- Combine garlic powder, chili powder, black pepper, cayenne, shrimp, and 1 tsp olive oil in a large plastic bag.
- Mix thoroughly and marinate for 20 minutes.
Prepare the Chipotle Lime Sauce:
- Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped chipotle, adobo sauce, and lime juice.
- Set aside; sauce may have leftovers.
Make the Coleslaw:
- Combine mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and cilantro.
- Add coleslaw mix and toss until coated. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté shrimp for about 5 minutes, until cooked through.
Assemble the Tacos:
- Fill tortillas with coleslaw, shrimp, diced tomatoes, avocado slices.
- Drizzle with chipotle lime sauce and optional cheese.

Notes

Serving: Serve immediately for best texture, with lime wedges on the side. Pair with Mexican rice or black beans for a full meal.
Storage: Keep shrimp, coleslaw, and sauce in separate airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat shrimp in a skillet; serve cold coleslaw for freshness.