Baja Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Name: Baja Shrimp Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup cilantro, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (try chipotle or ancho); 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; Tacos; 1 lb medium shrimp, shelled and deveined (35-40 count); 4 cups finely shredded coleslaw mix (or green and red cabbage); 1 cup prepared guacamole (homemade is best); 1 (10 ounce) taco-sized flour tortillas, warmed (8 per package size)

Servings: persons

1/3 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon chili powder (try chipotle or ancho)
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Tacos
1 lb medium shrimp, shelled and deveined (35-40 count)
4 cups finely shredded coleslaw mix (or green and red cabbage)
1 cup prepared guacamole (homemade is best)
1 (10 ounce) taco-sized flour tortillas, warmed (8 per package size)

1
In a small bowl, whisk together cilantro, lime juice, oil, honey, chili powder, salt, cumin and pepper. Set aside.
2
Heat broiler to high. In medium-size bowl, combine 1/4 cup of the marinade and the shrimp. In second medium-size bowl, combine remaining marinade and the cole slaw mix. Let both marinate for 10 minutes.
3
Transfer shrimp to a broiler pan. Broil, 2 to 3 inches from heat, for 6 to 7 minutes, turning once. Note: Alternatively, shrimp may be cooked by grilling or pan sauteing.
4
Spread a tortilla with about 2 tablespoons guacamole. Top with 4 or 5 shrimp and 1/4 cup slaw. Repeat with all ingredients.

358

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup cilantro, finely chopped, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon honey, and more.

Yes, Baja Shrimp Tacos falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Baja Shrimp Tacos

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