Shrimp Cajun

Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Rice

35 min · serves 4

Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Rice

Ingredients

Quantities are for 4 servings.

  • 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 1/2 cups (dry) White rice
  • 8 each Corn tortillas
  • 2 cups Shredded cabbage
  • 1 each Red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 each Avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 each Limes (1 juiced, 1 wedged)
  • 1/4 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Honey

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package directions.
  2. Toss the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning and garlic powder. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp 2-3 minutes per side, until opaque and pink and coated with the spices.
  3. Reheat the rice and stir in half the cilantro and half the lime juice.
  4. For the slaw, mix the cabbage and bell pepper with the remaining lime juice, a drizzle of olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
  5. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or the microwave.
  6. Assemble the tacos: rice, seasoned shrimp, slaw, avocado, and crema.
  7. Serve with the remaining cilantro and lime wedges.

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