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A delicious plate of Crispy Grilled Shrimp Tacos Ready in 20 Mins for Summer Gatherings

Crispy Grilled Shrimp Tacos Ready in 20 Mins for Summer Gatherings

Enjoy these delicious, crispy grilled shrimp tacos, perfect for summer gatherings and ready in just 20 minutes!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 15 ml olive oil
  • 5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 2.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 2.5 tsp chili powder
  • 2.5 tsp salt
  • 1.25 tsp black pepper
  • 200 g shredded green cabbage
  • 100 g shredded red cabbage
  • 50 g shredded carrots
  • 30 g chopped fresh cilantro
  • 30 ml lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 15 ml mayonnaise
  • 5 tsp honey or agave syrup
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 pieces small corn or flour tortillas
  • optional toppings (sliced avocado, crumbled queso fresco, extra lime wedges, hot sauce)

Method
 

  1. Begin by rinsing the shrimp under cold water and patting them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss the shrimp in the spice mixture until they are fully coated. Set aside while you prepare the slaw.
  4. In a large bowl, mix together the green and red cabbage, shredded carrots, and chopped cilantro.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  6. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  7. Refrigerate to let flavors meld.
  8. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  9. Thread shrimp onto skewers for easy handling, then place them on the grill.
  10. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until opaque and slightly charred.
  11. Remove the shrimp from the grill and set aside.
  12. Lightly heat the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side until warm and pliable.
  13. Place a few grilled shrimp on each tortilla, top generously with cabbage slaw, and add any desired toppings like avocado slices or queso fresco.
  14. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges for squeezing.

Notes

Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preference; avocado and queso fresco make great additions!