Crispy Shrimp Tacos with Slaw (Printer-Friendly Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Shrimp

01 - 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 2 eggs, whisked
05 - 1 cup panko bread crumbs
06 - 1 cup flour
07 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying

→ Cilantro Lime Slaw

08 - 1 cup green cabbage, shredded
09 - 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
11 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
12 - 1 lime, juiced
13 - Pinch of salt
14 - Pinch of pepper

→ To Assemble

15 - 6-8 small flour tortillas
16 - Spicy mayo for drizzling

# Let's Cook!:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, taco seasoning, and salt until the shrimp is fully coated with the seasonings.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk the eggs. Place the panko breadcrumbs and flour in separate bowls. Heat about ½ cup of oil in a large heavy-duty pan over medium-high heat (375°F).
03 - Dip each seasoned shrimp first into the flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally into the panko breadcrumbs, ensuring they're well coated. Carefully transfer to the hot oil and fry for about 2 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove from oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
04 - In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the slaw (shredded green and red cabbage, chopped cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and pepper). Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
05 - Char flour tortillas on the stovetop over an open flame for added flavor (if using an electric stove, simply warm them in a dry pan until heated through). This step is optional but adds great flavor.
06 - Place the warmed tortillas on a plate. Add a generous portion of the cabbage slaw to each tortilla, top with 3-4 crispy shrimp, and finish with a drizzle of spicy mayo, cilantro lime sauce, or sour cream.

# Recipe Notes:

01 - These crispy shrimp tacos come together in under 20 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner.
02 - For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of fresh lime juice over the assembled tacos before serving.

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