Firecracker Shrimp Tacos: 20-Minute Flavor Burst
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Spicy grilled shrimp tacos bursting with flavor. A quick and easy recipe that brings a taste of Mexico to your kitchen.
- Author: Eleanor Langley
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced avocado, salsa, sour cream
- In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through.
- Warm the corn tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet.
- Fill each tortilla with grilled shrimp.
- Top with cilantro and red onion.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges and your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the shrimp marinade.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can pan-sear the shrimp in a hot skillet.
- Make sure not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg