Grilled Shrimp Tacos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
387 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Grilled Shrimp Tacos
Description
This recipe begins with shrimp marinated briefly in olive oil, lime zest, chili powder, cumin, garlic, and salt, which imparts bright, spicy, and aromatic flavors. The shrimp are threaded onto soaked wooden skewers to facilitate grilling and ensure even cooking without the shrimp slipping through the grill grates.
The accompanying slaw combines finely shredded purple cabbage with sweet mango, diced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, and lime juice, offering a fresh, crisp, and mildly spicy counterpoint to the shrimp. Grilling the shrimp over medium heat until opaque pink retains juiciness and tenderness.
Assembling the tacos involves warming corn tortillas, placing three shrimp per tortilla, topping with a generous portion of the slaw, and adding slices of fresh avocado for a creamy texture. These tacos highlight balanced layers of flavor and contrasting textures.
Storing leftover shrimp and slaw separately in airtight containers helps preserve freshness for up to three days. Reheat shrimp gently in a pan or microwave to maintain tenderness. Soaking wooden skewers beforehand prevents burning during grilling. Preparing lime zest before juicing captures essential oils and aroma.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined, tails removed, large raw
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lime zested
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 garlic grated, clove
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 to 6 wooden skewers soaked in water for at least 10 minutes
- avocado oil as needed, for grill grates
For the Slaw
- 3 cups purple cabbage finely shredded
- 1 lime juiced
- ½ Mango julienned
- ½ jalapeño diced
- 2 tablespoon cilantro chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt
To Assemble
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 avocado sliced
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp very well and transfer to a medium bowl. Add the olive oil, lime zest, chili powder, cumin, garlic and salt and stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate shrimp for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the slaw. In a large bowl, combine cabbage, lime juice, mango, jalapeño, cilantro and salt. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Once the shrimp have marinated, thread them onto the prepared skewers. Set aside while you preheat the grill. If using a grill pan, grease lightly with a high-heat oil, then preheat for 3 minutes over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until cooked through. If using a gas grill, preheat to medium, then grill the shrimp skewers for 2 to 3 minutes per side with the lid open.
- Warm the tortillas on the grill pan or gas grill for 10 seconds per side. To serve, place 3 shrimp into each tortilla. Top with a generous mound of slaw and a few slices of avocado and serve.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 10 minutes to prevent burning when grilling shrimp.
- Threading shrimp on skewers makes them easier to handle and ensures even cooking without falling through grill grates.
- Zest the lime before juicing to capture bright citrus oils.
- Use a high-heat oil like avocado oil to grease the grill pan and prevent shrimp from sticking.
- Cook shrimp just until opaque pink to avoid overcooking and maintain tenderness.
- Store leftover shrimp and slaw separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days and reheat shrimp gently.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 387 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 387kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 1012mg | 42% |
| Potassium | 749mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1944IU | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 60mg | 67% |
| Calcium | 162mg | 16% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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