Best 5 Grilled Shrimp Tacos Recipes

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Grilled shrimp tacos are a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, or for a fun and festive party dish. The succulent shrimp is grilled to perfection and then nestled into a warm tortilla with your favorite toppings. Whether you prefer a classic taco with just a few simple ingredients, or a more elaborate taco with a variety of toppings, there is a grilled shrimp taco recipe out there for everyone.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS WITH CREAMY CILANTRO SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY



Grilled Shrimp Tacos With Creamy Cilantro Sauce Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: shrimp, paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, skewers, olive oil, corn tortillas, sour cream, fresh cilantro, lime zest, salt, lime juice, green cabbage, red cabbage, jalapeño, lime wedge, fresh cilantro

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 lb shrimp, deveined & tails removed
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon salt
24 skewers, bamboo or metal
4 tablespoons olive oil
24 corn tortillas
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
1 teaspoon lime zest
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 ½ cups green cabbage
1 ½ cups red cabbage
1 tablespoon jalapeño, minced
lime wedge
fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, season shrimp with paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes, and salt. Toss gently to combine.
  • Using 2 bamboo or metal skewers, poke through the top and bottom of the shrimp and push down to the bottom of the skewer.
  • Add 3 more shrimp to the same skewer and repeat until all of the shrimp are used.
  • Right before you put the shrimp on the grill, brush each skewer with a generous amount of olive oil, to prevent sticking.
  • Grill over high heat for 3 minutes, brush the top side with more olive oil, flip, and let cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  • Remove from skewers & set aside for taco assembly.
  • In a bowl, combine all creamy cilantro sauce ingredients. Stir well to combine.
  • In a large bowl, combine green cabbage, red cabbage, and minced jalapeño. Pour half of the sour cream mixture over the cabbage, saving the other half for extra sauce to put on the tacos.
  • Assemble the tacos on corn tortillas. Add the cabbage mixture, followed by the shrimp. Top with the creamy cilantro sauce, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 2 grams

GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS



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Hot, grilled shrimp are dressed with a sauce made from Taco Ranch Dressing, and served on warmed flour tortillas.

Provided by Dole

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Dole

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lime, juiced and grated
1 teaspoon cumin
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Salt and ground black pepper
6 (8 inch) flour tortillas, heated according to package directions
1 (12 ounce) package DOLE® All Natural Southwest Salad Kit

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, lime juice, peel, and cumin in small bowl. Thread shrimp onto skewers; season with salt and pepper. Brush shrimp with lime mixture. Grill until shrimp are cooked through, about 3 minutes per side, brushing occasionally with lime mixture. Roughly chop shrimp.
  • Combine taco ranch dressing, sour cream and shredded cheese included in the kit. Spread mixture over each tortilla; top with shrimp, salad greens and chips. Serve with favorite toppings, such as diced tomatoes, salsa, sliced olives and/or guacamole.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 123.6 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 565.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

GUY FIERI'S GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS



Guy Fieri's Grilled Shrimp Tacos image

Make and share this Guy Fieri's Grilled Shrimp Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Karen in MA

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lime, juice of
1 tablespoon tequila
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb shrimp
16 (8 inch) corn tortillas (or flour if preferred)
canola oil
1 cup white cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup red cabbage, shredded
3 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
4 roma tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped
1/2 red onion, minced
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
1 lime, juice of
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, combine lime juice, tequila, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix thoroughly. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  • Warm tortillas on grill or pan. Cover with a towel to keep warm.
  • In a medium Dutch oven, heat the canola oil to 350 degrees F.
  • Remove shrimp from marinade, shake off excess, grill for 4 to 5 minutes, or until light golden brown.
  • Mix cabbage, cilantro and onion. Stack 2 tortillas; place 1/8th of shrimp on top of each, and top with cabbage mixture and Pico de Gallo, serve immediately.
  • Directions for Pico de Gallo:.
  • In a bowl, mix all ingredients, season with salt and pepper and refrigerate for 1 hour for flavors to meld.

GRILLED SPICY SHRIMP TACOS



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The shrimp marinade and the sauce make the dish!

Provided by Robin Wells

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h40m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ½ cups lime juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon mayonnaise
3 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ cup enchilada sauce
½ (4 ounce) jar diced jalapeno peppers
5 teaspoons honey
3 teaspoons lime juice
salt to taste
½ head red cabbage, shredded, or more to taste
2 bunches scallions, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 small bunch cilantro, chopped
20 (8 inch) corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Mix lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, and mayonnaise together in a bowl. Add shrimp and marinade for at least 1 hour.
  • Mix enchilada sauce, jalapenos, honey, lime juice, and salt together in a separate bowl for the sauce.
  • Toss cabbage with scallions, olive oil, vinegar, and cilantro in a large bowl for the slaw.
  • Heat tortillas in a frying pan over medium-high heat, about 30 seconds per side. Keep warm.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove shrimp from marinade. Grill until opaque, about 5 minutes. Add shrimp to each tortilla; top with the sauce and slaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 103.7 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 226.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS WITH TROPICAL SALSA



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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.

Tips:

  • Choose the right shrimp: Use large, fresh shrimp for the best results.
  • Marinate the shrimp: Marinating the shrimp in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and chili powder will add extra flavor and tenderness.
  • Cook the shrimp properly: Grill the shrimp over medium-high heat until they are cooked through but still juicy. Overcooking will make them tough.
  • Make your own tortillas: Homemade tortillas are softer and more flavorful than store-bought tortillas. If you don't have time to make your own, use the best quality store-bought tortillas you can find.
  • Load up the tacos: In addition to the shrimp, add your favorite taco toppings such as shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, guacamole, and sour cream.

Conclusion:

These grilled shrimp tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With their flavorful shrimp, fresh toppings, and homemade tortillas, these tacos are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give these grilled shrimp tacos a try!

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