Best Cool Shrimp And Cucumber Slaw Recipes

BOMB SHRIMP TACOS

Steps:

• In a medium bowl or plastic bag, combine garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, fine sea salt and shrimp. Massage gently and then allow to marinate for 20 minutes up to 4 hours.
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add shrimp.
• Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp make a loose "C" shape. Remove from heat.
• While shrimp are marinating, combine all ingredients for the slaw including red cabbage, red onion, cucumber, apple cider vinegar, sugar and Kosher salt. Toss to combine and set aside until ready to assemble.
• Te assemble, place 2-3 shrimp in each tortilla, top with slaw, jalapeno slices, a spritz of lime juice and dollop of sweet Sriracha sour cream.
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SHRIMP TACOS WITH CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Salad: Combine ingredients in a bowl. Set aside.
• Tacos: Coat a large nonstick skillet with nonstick spray; heat over medium heat. Add tortillas in a single layer 2 or 3 at a time and cook over medium-high heat 2 minutes, or until light golden in spots and softened. Remove to a plate and cover with foil to keep tortillas warm and pliable.
• Sprinkle shrimp with jerk seasoning or Adobo. Coat same skillet with nonstick spray; heat over medium heat. Add shrimp; saute 3 minutes or until cooked through. Remove to a plate.
• Toss remaining taco ingredients in a bowl until blended.
• To assemble the Tacos: Top each tortilla with about 1/2 cup cabbage mixture and 3 shrimp. Fold in half to eat. Serve with the salad.

COOL SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER SLAW

Steps:

• Place the shrimp on a rack and steam over 1 inch of water until cooked through, about 3 minutes. Cool, peel, cut in half lengthwise and devein. Set aside.
• Combine the grapefruit and lemon juices and grated grapefruit rind in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Whisk in the olive oil. Add the jalapeno, salt and pepper. Add the cucumbers and toss. Add the shrimp, parsley, mint and basil. Toss to combine. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.