Description
Grilled Shrimp Tacos are a zesty delight that brings the flavors of summer to your table all year round. The juicy, seasoned shrimp are grilled to perfection, then nestled in warm corn tortillas and topped with a creamy cilantro sauce and crunchy slaw. This vibrant dish is perfect for casual gatherings or weeknight meals, appealing to seafood lovers and newcomers alike. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up these tacos that promise an explosion of flavor in every bite. Get ready to impress your family and friends with a dish that’s not only delicious but also easy to customize with your favorite toppings!
Ingredients
- 2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 ½ cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 ½ cups shredded red cabbage
- 1 tablespoon minced jalapeño
- 24 corn tortillas
Instructions
- In a large bowl, season shrimp with paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes, and salt.
- Skewer the shrimp onto two skewers.
- Brush skewers with olive oil before grilling.
- Grill shrimp over high heat for about 6 minutes total until opaque.
- In a medium bowl, mix sour cream with cilantro, lime zest, salt, and lime juice for the sauce.
- Toss shredded cabbages and jalapeño with half the sauce.
- Assemble tacos by adding slaw and grilled shrimp to warmed tortillas; drizzle with remaining sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (about 180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: For extra spice, increase the red pepper flakes or add diced jalapeños to the slaw. These tacos can be customized with various toppings like avocado or pickled onions.