18g Protein Spicy Shrimp Tacos Recipe
This vegan spicy shrimp tacos recipe delivers punchy heat, solid protein, and satisfying texture in every bite.It fits quick dinners, weekend cravings, and women who like flavor with backbone.
Ingredients
- Vegan shrimp soy or pea protein based: 220 g
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Chili powder: ½ tsp
- Cayenne pepper: ¼ tsp
- Garlic powder: ½ tsp
- Salt: ½ tsp
- Black pepper: ¼ tsp
- Corn tortillas: 4 small
- Cabbage shredded: 1 cup
- Onion thinly sliced: ¼ cup
- Vegan yogurt or cashew cream: 2 tbsp
- Lime juice: 1 tsp
- Fresh coriander chopped: 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Toss vegan shrimp with paprika, chili powder, cayenne, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a pan with olive oil over medium heat.
- Add shrimp using 220 g, spreading evenly.
- Cook 3 minutes per side until lightly crisped.
- Warm tortillas on a dry pan for 30 seconds each side.
- Mix cabbage, onion, vegan yogurt, and lime juice in a bowl.
- Fill tortillas with shrimp using 55 g per taco.
- Top with slaw and coriander evenly.
- Serve hot with confidence and napkins ready.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 18 g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving %)
- Vitamin B12: 40%
- Iron: 24%
- Zinc: 22%
- Vitamin B6: 20%
- Potassium: 18%
Additional Notes / Tips to Enhance the Flavor
Add hot sauce if subtlety feels suspicious.Serve with avocado slices for cooling balance.
Char tortillas lightly for extra attitude and smoky depth.