Beer-Battered Shrimp Tacos Slaw (Printable Version)
Golden beer-battered shrimp, tangy slaw, and warm tortillas combine for a crowd-pleasing taco fusion.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Beer-Battered Shrimp
01 - 1 lb (450 g) large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
02 - 1 cup (130 g) all-purpose flour
03 - 1/4 cup (30 g) cornstarch
04 - 1 tsp baking powder
05 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
09 - 1 cup (240 ml) cold lager-style beer
10 - Vegetable oil, for frying
→ Slaw
11 - 2 cups (140 g) finely shredded green cabbage
12 - 1 cup (70 g) finely shredded red cabbage
13 - 1/2 cup (60 g) grated carrot
14 - 1/4 cup (4 tbsp) mayonnaise
15 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
16 - 1 tsp honey
17 - 1/2 tsp salt
18 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Assembly
19 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
20 - Lime wedges
21 - Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
22 - Sliced jalapeños (optional)
23 - Hot sauce (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - In a large bowl, combine green cabbage, red cabbage, carrot, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate while preparing the shrimp.
02 - In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in the cold beer until a smooth batter forms.
04 - Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Dust lightly with flour.
05 - Working in batches, dip each shrimp into the batter, letting excess drip off, then carefully lower into the hot oil. Fry for 2–3 minutes, turning once, until golden and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
06 - To assemble, place a portion of slaw in each tortilla. Top with 3–4 shrimp. Garnish with cilantro, jalapeños, a squeeze of lime, and hot sauce as desired. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Crispy shrimp with a light golden crust and juicy interior
- Tangy slaw brings balance and crunch
- Quick to prepare and ready in under an hour
- Perfect for entertaining or a lively family meal
- Customizable with toppings for every taste
02 -
- High in protein from shrimp
- Naturally colorful and appealing on any table
- Great make-ahead slaw for ease
03 -
- Keep beer and batter cold right up until frying for the crispiest shrimp
- Always dry shrimp thoroughly before battering to prevent sogginess
- Do not crowd the skillet or oil temperature will drop and cause greasy shrimp