Imitation Crab Tacos
Tacos filled with imitation crab mixed with lime, mayo, and crunchy vegetables.
Total
20 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 8 oz imitation crab meat, shredded
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 lime, juiced
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped(optional)
- 1 jalapeno, thinly sliced(optional)
- 1 avocado, sliced(optional)
- 1 tsp hot sauce(optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the imitation crab, mayonnaise, lime juice, and half the cilantro. Mix well and set aside.
- 2
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, flipping occasionally, until pliable and lightly charred.
- 3
Layer each tortilla with shredded cabbage, then spoon the crab mixture on top.
- 4
Garnish with jalapeno slices, avocado, remaining cilantro, and a dash of hot sauce. Serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
420
21% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 14 g |
| Carbohydrate | 42 g |
| Fat | 21 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 980 mg |
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