Ingredients:

  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5g) garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5g) cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • ½ cup (120g) sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) lime juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Water, as needed to thin
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups (about 150g) shredded cabbage or slaw mix
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Set aside to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Combine avocado, sour cream/yogurt, lime juice, garlic, and salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, adding water, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink, opaque, and slightly charred. Don't overcrowd the pan – work in batches if necessary.
  4. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet for a few seconds per side, until pliable and lightly toasted. Alternatively, wrap them in foil and warm in a low oven.
  5. Layer shredded cabbage or slaw in each tortilla. Top with cooked shrimp and a generous drizzle of avocado crema. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.