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Prawn in Mayo Tacos

Cultural Context

Prawn in Mayo Tacos reflects the fusion of traditional Middle Eastern flavors with modern street food trends. In Qatar, seafood is a staple, and the use of mayonnaise adds a creamy, tangy twist that complements the prawns beautifully. These tacos have gained popularity not just in Qatar but across the Gulf region, where street food culture thrives, and variations can be found with different sauces and toppings.

QatariQAmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
500g medium prawns/shrimp, peeled
Zest of 1 lime (or lemon)
1/4 cup lime juice (or lemon)
1 tbsp chipotle powder
2 tbsp coriander/cilantro, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
8 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
1/2 onion, very finely chopped
3/4 cup plain yogurt (like Greek), unsweetened
3/4 cup sour cream (or yogurt)
2 - 3 tbsp sriracha, adjust to taste
12 - 15 small tortillas (corn or flour), warmed or charred
Lime wedges, highly recommended
Coriander/cilantro, roughly chopped

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

prawns

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken is a leaner option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

1

Mix Marinade ingredients in a bowl, then toss the prawns in the marinade.

2

Set aside for just 20 minutes - no longer. Even 5 minutes is enough.

3

Warm a serving bowl using any method (microwave 1 minute, hot water then dry).

4

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add half the prawns and cook each side for 60 seconds.

5

Transfer to warmed bowl, loosely cover with foil. Cook the remaining prawns.

6

Serve with Slaw, Pink Taco Sauce, warmed tortillas and lime wedges.

7

Place all ingredients for the Taco Slaw in a very large bowl then toss well.

8

Set aside for at least 1 hour until the cabbage becomes wilted and floppy. Keeps for 3 days!

9

Mix ingredients for the Pink Taco Sauce and adjust Sriracha to your taste.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingassembling

Equipment Needed

skilletmixing bowlserving bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

shellfishegg

Also Known As

Shrimp TacosPrawn Tacos

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