Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Crema
This recipe features grilled shrimp with a swirl of pale green avocado crema, served in tacos. It’s a fresh and flavorful dish that combines the richness of avocado with the bright flavors of lime and cilantro.
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering, these tacos are easy to prepare and sure to impress. The avocado crema adds a creamy texture that complements the grilled shrimp beautifully.
Delicious Grilled Shrimp Tacos
These grilled shrimp tacos are served with a creamy avocado crema and come with a side of lime wedges and cilantro for added freshness. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
- Extra cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
- Grill the Shrimp: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- Make the Avocado Crema: In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, sour cream, lime juice, and cilantro. Blend until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side, or until warm and pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a few grilled shrimp on each tortilla, drizzle with avocado crema, and garnish with additional cilantro.
- Serve: Serve the tacos with lime wedges and a dipping bowl of extra avocado crema on the side.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
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