Grilled Shrimp Tacos With Creamy Cilantro Sauce
Summary: These grilled shrimp tacos with creamy cilantro sauce are a delicious and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Juicy grilled shrimp, flavorful spices, and a creamy cilantro sauce all come together to create a mouthwatering taco experience. This recipe is easy to make and will surely impress your family and friends. Serve these tacos at your next BBQ or gathering for a crowd-pleasing meal that everyone will love.
Category: Seafood
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Duration: Preparation time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Thread onto skewers.
- Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, until they are pink and cooked through.
- In a blender, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Heat the tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds per side.
- To assemble the tacos, place some shredded cabbage on each tortilla, top with grilled shrimp, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with the creamy cilantro sauce.
- Serve the grilled shrimp tacos with extra lime wedges on the side.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts:
- Sugar: 1g
- Fiber: 2g
- Calories: 320
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 15g