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Spicy Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp Tacos

Spicy Honey Shrimp Tacos with garlic butter—bold, sticky, and irresistibly sweet heat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp:
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled & deveined
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp hot honey or mix 1 tbsp honey + ½ tsp hot sauce!
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce adds umami depth!
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat!
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Juice of ½ lime
For the Slaw & Toppings:
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage green or purple
  • ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 small avocado sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • ¼ tsp salt
For the Jalapeño-Lime Crema:
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 jalapeño minced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tsp honey
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
For the Tortillas:
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 tbsp butter for pan-toasting!

Method
 

Step 1: Make the Jalapeño-Lime Crema
  1. In a small bowl, mix sour cream, minced jalapeño, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, and salt.
  2. Stir until smooth and refrigerate while you prep everything else.
Step 2: Prep the Slaw & Avocado
  1. In a mixing bowl, toss shredded cabbage, red onion, olive oil, lime juice, and salt.
  2. Slice avocado and set aside.
  3. 💡 Pro Tip: For a mild slaw, let it sit for 5-10 minutes to soften the cabbage.
Step 3: Cook the Hot Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp
  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels to help them sear properly.
  2. Heat butter and olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne, black pepper, and salt, stirring until fragrant (30 seconds).
  4. Add shrimp and sear for 1-2 minutes per side, until lightly crispy.
  5. Reduce heat to low, add hot honey, soy sauce, and lime juice, and toss to coat.
  6. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, letting the glaze thicken slightly.
  7. 🔥 Now, taste and adjust! Want more spice? Add extra hot honey or cayenne!
Step 4: Toast the Tortillas
  1. Heat 1 tbsp butter in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Toast each tortilla for 30 seconds per side, until lightly golden.
  3. Remove and keep warm under a kitchen towel.
  4. 💡 Pro Tip: Press tortillas down gently for a slight crispiness!
Step 5: Assemble the Tacos & Serve!
  1. Spoon the hot honey shrimp into each tortilla.
  2. Top with slaw, avocado slices, and a drizzle of jalapeño-lime crema.
  3. Garnish with extra lime wedges and chopped cilantro.
  4. Now grab a taco and enjoy that perfect balance of crispy, buttery, spicy, and creamy!

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Pro Tips & Variations
✔ Extra Crispy Shrimp? Coat shrimp in cornstarch before cooking for a light, crispy texture.
✔ Love More Heat? Add extra sriracha, chili flakes, or hot honey drizzle before serving!
✔ Make It A Taco Bowl! Skip the tortillas and serve shrimp over cilantro-lime rice or shredded lettuce.
✔ Want Even More Flavor? Add crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese on top!

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