GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS WITH TROPICAL SALSA

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Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Tropical Salsa image

Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 servings (12 tacos); 3 cups salsa

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 pounds medium (21-25 count) shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails off
2 limes, sliced, plus the juice of 2 limes (about 2 tablespoons)
1 medium red onion, sliced
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 chipotle chile in adobo, minced
1 cup diced fresh pineapple, 1/2-inch dice
1 medium ripe avocado, diced
One 15-ounce jar cactus, rinsed, patted dry and diced (about 1 cup), such as Dona Maria Nopalitos Tender Cactus
1 red jalapeno, minced, seeds optional
1 medium ripe mango, 1/2-inch dice
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, plus more for serving
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon dried epazote
Salt
3/4 cup Mexican crema
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
Zest and juice of 2 limes
12 corn tortillas, warmed

Steps:

  • For the shrimp: Place the shrimp, limes and onions in a resealable plastic bag. Whisk together the oil, salt, cloves, lime juice and chipotle in a small bowl. Pour over the shrimp in the bag and seal the bag, squeezing out as much air as possible. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours.
  • For the tropical salsa: Meanwhile, combine the pineapple, avocado, cactus, jalapenos and mangoes in a medium bowl. Add the cilantro, vinegar, oil and epazote and toss to combine. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
  • For assembly: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Remove the shrimp from the marinade and sprinkle with salt. Place the shrimp on the grill over direct heat and cook, turning once, until they are charred and the flesh is pink, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Add the cooked shrimp to the salsa and toss to combine. Sprinkle with salt. To serve, whisk together the crema, adobo, lime zest and lime juice in a small bowl. Build the tacos starting with a corn tortilla, add 4 to 5 shrimp, 1/4 cup tropical salsa, a drizzle of the crema mixture and some cilantro leaves.

Ibrar meyo
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These tacos are a delicious and healthy meal.


Md jahangir Khan
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These tacos are a great way to impress your friends and family.


Waheed Afridi
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I'll definitely be making these tacos again.


Gsmhdudndn Nxjudfegnd
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The shrimp were a little overcooked, but the salsa was amazing.


Ahmed Sameh
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my tacos didn't turn out as good as I hoped.


Md Yoanus
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These tacos are a great way to enjoy shrimp in a new way.


Arisha Islam
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I would definitely make these tacos again.


Jason Manhoso
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These tacos were easy to make and the instructions were clear.


Stephen Pelo
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I love the way the grilled shrimp and the tropical salsa come together in these tacos. It's a perfect balance of flavors.


Xolile Mdletshe
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These tacos are a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


Eli Whisler
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but these tacos were amazing. The flavors were incredible.


Bikash Jayswal
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The shrimp tacos were delicious! The salsa was the perfect complement to the shrimp.


Rabin Chy
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I made these tacos for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Mfundo Hadebe
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These tacos are easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal.


Hailu Tadese
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I love the combination of flavors in these tacos. The shrimp is tender and juicy, and the salsa is refreshing and flavorful.


Endris Ali
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These grilled shrimp tacos were a huge hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the shrimp were cooked perfectly.