Gochujang Honey Glazed Shrimp Tacos

🌮 Gochujang Honey Glazed Shrimp Tacos 🍤🔥

These gochujang honey glazed shrimp tacos bring together bold, sweet-spicy flavours with crisp slaw and warm tortillas for a fast, vibrant meal. The shrimp cook quickly, absorbing a glossy glaze made from gochujang, honey, soy sauce, and aromatic garlic and ginger. Paired with a cool, creamy slaw for contrast, every bite delivers heat, crunch, tanginess, and a satisfying balance of textures. Perfect for a weeknight or a lively taco night, they come together in under half an hour while tasting as layered and exciting as a restaurant dish.

📝 Ingredients:

For the Shrimp:

• 450 g (1 lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1½ tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• ½ teaspoon grated ginger

For the Slaw:

• 1½ cups shredded cabbage
• ½ cup shredded carrots
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For Serving:

• 8 small corn or flour tortillas
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Lime wedges
• Toasted sesame seeds (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions