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Grilled Shrimp Street Tacos

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Mexico, shrimp street tacos are a vibrant representation of the country's rich culinary traditions. They are often enjoyed by locals and tourists alike, served from food stalls and markets. The dish highlights the fresh, bold flavors of the sea, complemented by zesty toppings. Today, shrimp tacos have gained popularity worldwide, with various adaptations reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound jumbo shrimp
olive oil
Caliente seasoning
crushed red pepper
corn tortillas
papaya
cilantro
jalapeno
fresh ginger
scallions
lime
cabbage
tallulah chili lime hot sauce

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: firm tofu

Tofu provides a plant-based option that is budget-friendly.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: crema

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds creaminess.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat tortillas offer more fiber.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: avocado spread

Mashed peas provide a similar texture at a lower cost.

1

Scoop seeds out of half a papaya and dice it up.

2

In a bowl, combine diced papaya, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeno, fresh ginger, and scallions.

3

Add a dash of salt, pepper, and fresh-squeezed lime juice to the salsa and stir.

4

In a bowl, add 1 pound of jumbo shrimp and drizzle with olive oil.

5

Sprinkle Caliente seasoning and crushed red pepper on the shrimp and mix well.

6

Preheat the Weber Genesis gas grill by lighting all three burners.

7

Place shrimp directly on the grill and cook for a couple of minutes on each side until curled, firm, and pink.

8

Add corn tortillas to the grill to warm them up, noting that flour tortillas can also be used.

9

Once shrimp are done, remove them from the grill.

10

Build tacos by adding sliced avocado, crunchy cabbage, fresh-squeezed lime juice, papaya jalapeno salsa, and grilled shrimp on the tortillas.

11

Top with tallulah chili lime hot sauce.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingassembling

Equipment Needed

Weber Genesis gas grillgrill tongsmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Tacos de CamarónShrimp Tacos
Local Name: tacos de camarón a la parrilla

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