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Grilled Shrimp Tacos

Grilled Shrimp Tacos
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Grilled Shrimp Tacos are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of summertime right to your table. These tacos feature succulent grilled shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of spices, complemented by a refreshing slaw and a creamy, spicy-lime crema. Perfect for casual weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. With their delightful combination of textures and flavors, these tacos will surely impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs shrimp (thawed, peeled, deveined)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 cup red cabbage (chopped)
  • 1 cup green cabbage (chopped)
  • 1 green apple (cut into thin sticks)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ¼ cup onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 jalapeno (deseeded and finely chopped)
  • 1 cup Mexican crema
  • 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (finely minced)
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 16 flour tortillas (taco size)
  • 1 avocado (deseeded and chopped)
  • 8 tablespoons Pico de Gallo

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or cast iron grill pan to medium heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, orange juice, and sugar.
  3. Add shrimp to the marinade and toss until coated; let sit for about 10 minutes.
  4. In another bowl, combine red cabbage, green cabbage, green apple sticks, minced garlic, sliced onion, and jalapeno.
  5. For the crema, whisk together Mexican crema with cajun seasoning, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, minced cilantro, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  6. Grill shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  7. Warm tortillas on the cooler side of the grill.
  8. Assemble tacos with grilled shrimp topped with slaw and spicy-lime crema.

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