Grilled Shrimp Tacos
Grilled Shrimp Tacos
Inspired by a dish served at Tower 7 in North Carolina, this shrimp recipe conjures up the fresh and exotic flavors of the beachside town and is simple and easy to make.
Servings
2
servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- zest and juice from 1 lime
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- soft flour tortillas, warmed
- jack cheese, grated, for garnish
- red cabbage, shredded, for garnish
- cilantro, minced, for garnish
- hot sauce, for garnish
Directions
- Combine and mix the first 7 ingredients into a large bowl and allow to sit for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the entire contents of the bowl onto the grill pan and cook until shrimp are bright pink and firm, about 2-3 minutes.
- Begin assembling tacos by adding a layer of cheese, followed by the shrimp, and the remaining ingredients on top of the tortillas. Serve immediately.