Beer Battered Shrimp Tacos with Spicy Lime Slaw

Shrimp battered in beer, served with spicy slaw, and topped with a fried egg is an easy recipe that will make any eater smile.

Summer has arrived, and with it comes the most delicious time of the year. It’s time for parties, cookouts, and just all out fun! The problem is, most of us don’t really care for seafood. It just doesn’t sound “party”. Going out to eat is one thing, but we all know what happens when you go to a party, you end up eating the wrong things. You end up eating foods you don’t care about.

Beer! Shrimp! Tacos! If that sounds like a mouthful, don’t worry, I’ll break it down for you. The idea behind this recipe is that the shrimp gets a beer-battered crust, which is then topped with a creamy slaw and served with some simple, crunchy tortilla chips. The slaw is made of shredded cabbage and spices like cumin, paprika, and chile powder that are tossed with mayo, lime juice, and some olive oil to make a very flavorful, creamy slaw.

Jumbo beer battered shrimp are snuggled in a warm tortilla with guacamole and a spicy lime salad.

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Beer Battered shrimp tacos topped with slaw and jalapenos on a wood board with a glass of Modelo on the side.

The holidays are a great time to spend time with friends and family, eat wonderful cuisine, and unwind with a few beers. Cinco de Mayo is approaching, and although I used to celebrate by going out to bars, I now prefer to throw a party at my house. If you’re like me and like to entertain at home, you know that no Mexican fiesta is complete without some icy cold cervezas for you and your guests, such as Modelo Especial.

Modelo box displayed with cans surround beer battered shrimp tacos on a board.

Modelo’s crisp, refreshing flavor pairs well with these shrimp tacos, which are also prepared with a crispy Modelo beer batter. I’m not usually a fan of fried meals, but parties and holidays are an exception.

Ingredient spread for beer battered shrimp tacos with spicy slaw.

Simple Beer Batter:

Modelo Especial, flour, salt, and pepper That concludes our discussion.

I like how the Modelo in the batter gives the shrimp a crunchy coating without being overly heavy. Fish may also be fried using the same batter and method.

Modelo being poured into flour for the beer batter.

Fry the shrimp in the following manner:

Dredge the shrimp in seasoned flour before dipping them in the beer batter. Place in heated oil and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. To cook the shrimp, you don’t need any special equipment. Over my stove, I used a heavy-bottomed saucepan, which worked well. A high-heat frying oil, such as canola, peanut, or grape seed, is required.

Raw shrimp shown being dipped into beer batter.

Don’t these shrimp look delectable?

Beer battered fried shrimp pieces on a wire rack.

For the tacos, I used jumbo shrimp, and two shrimp each taco was just right! These beer-battered shrimp tacos come with a creamy guacamole and a zesty lime slaw on top. To keep the shrimp crisp, cook them a couple of hours ahead of time and reheat them in the oven.

Hand holding a beer battered shrimp tacos topped with slaw and jalapenos

Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a huge festival in the United States, which is very unique. Cinco de Mayo is often misunderstood as Mexican Independence Day, although it is really the day Mexico won the Battle of Pueblo, a major victory against France. While May 5 is an important day in Mexico’s history, September 16 is the country’s most celebrated holiday.

Beer Battered shrimp tacos topped with slaw and jalapenos on a wood board.

Cinco de Mayo is a popular holiday in the United States, and it’s the ideal opportunity to celebrate Mexican culture by throwing a great party with your friends. You won’t have to fight the throng at the neighborhood cantina if you host your own celebration. These Beer Battered Shrimp Tacos will wow your guests, and don’t forget to fill your ice chests with Modelo Especial to complete the Mexican look. Ready. Set the table. Cinco!

Beer Battered shrimp tacos topped with slaw and jalapenos on a wood board with a glass and can of Modelo on the side.

Check out these more tasty taco recipes:

Tacos of carne asada

Tacos de Pescado with Panko

Tacos with Thai Red Curry Shrimp

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Beer Battered shrimp tacos topped with slaw and jalapenos on a wood board.

Tacos with beer-battered shrimp with a spicy lime slaw

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Jumbo beer battered shrimp are snuggled in a warm tortilla with guacamole and a spicy lime salad.

Time to Prepare: 25 minutes

Time to cook: 25 minutes

50 minutes total

Course Description:

Mexican cuisine

Ingredients  

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12 Tortillas of Corn (warmed on the stove or oven till soft)

Instructions 

  • Combine all of the ingredients for the Slaw and chill. If necessary, prepare a couple of hours ahead of time. 

  • Heat enough oil to cover the shrimp in a heavy-bottomed sauce pan. The temperature should be about 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the shrimp has been cooked and cooled, use a slotted spoon and a rack to put it on. 

  • Defrost frozen shrimp and wipe dry with paper towels. Dredge shrimp in 12 cup AP flour with salt and pepper before immersing them in beer batter.

  • To make the beer batter, whisk together flour, salt, pepper, and chilled Modelo Especial until smooth. You may finish the rest of the Modelo. To avoid a mess, dip floured shrimp into beer batter with your fingers or a fork. Place carefully in high oil and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

  • To make guacamole, mash two ripe avocados with 12 tablespoons lime juice and a pinch of salt. Combine all ingredients in a mixing dish and put aside. 

  • To make the tacos, cook the tortillas in the oven or in a pan until they are warm. Mine has some brown patches, which I enjoy. On the bottom of the tortillas, spread guacamole, then top with 2 beer battered fried shrimp and slaw. Serve with additional lime wedges and Modelo Especial, of course. Cheers!!

 

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Una is a food website blogger motivated by her love of cooking and her passion for exploring the connection between food and culture. With an enthusiasm for creating recipes that are simple, seasonal, and international, she has been able to connect with people around the world through her website. Una's recipes are inspired by her travels across Mexico, Portugal, India, Thailand, Australia and China. In each of these countries she has experienced local dishes while learning about the culture as well as gaining insight into how food can be used as a bridge between different cultures. Her recipes are often creative combinations of traditional ingredients from various different cuisines blended together to create something new.