Spicy Indonesian Sambal Shrimp Tacos

Spicy Indonesian Sambal Shrimp Tacos

StandardIndonesianDinnerSpicyStreet FoodBold Flavors
⏱️ 20m PREP
🔥 15m COOK
👥 4 SERVINGS
⚡ 350 CAL/SERV
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Overview

Juicy shrimp tossed in fiery Indonesian sambal sauce, nestled in warm tortillas with a zesty cabbage slaw.

Macronutrients per serving

75
grams
Protein
25.0g 33%
Fat
15.0g 20%
Carbs
35.0g 47%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C
25% DV
Supports immune function
☀️ Vitamin A
20% DV
Essential for vision and immune health
🔺 Iron
15% DV
Important for blood production
💧 Omega-3
10% DV
Supports heart health
🌾 Fiber
5g
Aids in digestion

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups red cabbage shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 medium lime cut into wedges

Sambal Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons sambal oelek
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic minced

Instructions

  1. 1 In a small bowl, combine sambal oelek, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic to make the sambal sauce.
  2. 2 Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. 3 Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
  4. 4 Pour the sambal sauce over the shrimp, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce is heated through.
  5. 5 Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
  6. 6 To assemble the tacos, place a small handful of shredded red cabbage on each tortilla, top with sambal shrimp, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  7. 7 Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

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