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Grilled Shrimp Tacos Recipe

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Category:
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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
Shrimp Tacos:
1/2 cup lime juice (from about 4 limes)
1 tbsp. olive oil
2 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. kosher salt
2 pounds raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined
10 to 20 (6-inch) flour tortillas, warmed

Red Slaw:
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp. white vinegar
4 cups shredded red cabbage (1/2 medium cabbage)
1/2 cup chopped green onions (about 4 green onions)
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Chipotle Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 1/2 tsp. minced canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 1/2 tsp. honey
1 tsp. lime juice
Directions:
Directions:
1. Preheat a grill to medium-high (about 450ºF) or use a grill pan. Coat a cold cooking grate with cooking spray, and place on the grill.
2. Whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, and salt in a medium bowl; add the shrimp, tossing to coat.
3.Grill the shrimp, uncovered, 3 to 4 minutes on each side or just until the shrimp turn pink.
4. Fill the warmed flour tortillas with the shrimp and Red Slaw, and drizzle with the Chipotle Sauce.

Red Slaw: Whisk together the olive oil and vinegar in a medium bowl. Stir in the cabbage, green onions, and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Makes about 4 cups.

Chipotle Sauce: Whisk together the mayonnaise, peppers, honey, and lime juice in a small bowl. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Makes about 1/2 cup.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
8
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
45 minutes including slaw and sauce
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
I typically cut the recipe in half if it's just for the two of us.

 

 

 

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