Spicy Prawn Tacos
Dive into a fiesta of flavors with these Spicy Prawn Tacos—an irresistible blend of smoky, zesty, and vibrant ingredients that make taco night unforgettable! Tender prawns are marinated in a bold mix of smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, and fresh lime juice, then quickly sautéed to perfection. A refreshing cabbage slaw, tossed with creamy mayonnaise and bright cilantro, adds crunch and balance, while a luscious avocado and sour cream sauce brings a velvety richness to each bite. Nestled in warm corn tortillas and finished with a squeeze of lime, these tacos are perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is your go-to for delivering bold Mexican-inspired flavors with ease. Keywords: spicy prawn tacos, quick dinner recipe, taco night, Mexican-inspired meals, easy seafood tacos.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lime, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 200 grams cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 medium avocado, ripe and pitted
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 4 pieces fresh lime wedges
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, juice and zest of lime, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Add the prawns to the marinade, toss to coat well, and set aside to marinate while preparing other components.
In a medium bowl, combine cabbage, carrot, red onion, and cilantro. Add mayonnaise and mix well until the slaw is evenly coated. Set aside.
For the avocado sauce, mash the avocado in a small bowl and mix with sour cream until smooth. Add a pinch of salt and set aside.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated prawns and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until the prawns are pink and cooked through.
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a flame until they are pliable.
To assemble the tacos, spread a spoonful of avocado sauce on each tortilla, add a few prawns, and top with the cabbage slaw.
Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.0 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 243 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 499 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 854 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
