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Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Cilantro Sauce


  • Author: Chef Lalybeth

Description

Juicy, spice-rubbed shrimp are grilled to perfection and served in warm tortillas with a creamy, tangy avocado cilantro sauce and crunchy slaw.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage slaw
  • 2 avocados
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, make the sauce by blending the avocados, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  3. Grill the shrimp over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
  4. Warm the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side.
  5. Assemble the tacos by placing a few shrimp on each tortilla, topping with shredded cabbage, and drizzling generously with the avocado cilantro sauce.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.