Spicy Shrimp Tacos With Grilled Tomatillo Salsa

Name: Spicy Shrimp Tacos With Grilled Tomatillo Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salsa:; 1/2 pound tomatillos; Cooking spray; 2/3 cup chopped green onions (about 4 green onions); 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 3 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed and chopped; 1 garlic clove; Tacos:; 1 pound medium peeled and deveined shrimp; 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco); 1/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas; 2 cups shredded cabbage; 1 cup shredded carrot

Servings: persons

Salsa:
1/2 pound tomatillos
Cooking spray
2/3 cup chopped green onions (about 4 green onions)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed and chopped
1 garlic clove
Tacos:
1 pound medium peeled and deveined shrimp
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco)
1/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded carrot

1
Preheat grill.
2
To prepare salsa, remove husks and stems from tomatillos. Place tomatillos on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 10 minutes or until slightly blackened on each side, turning occasionally. Cool completely; coarsely chop. Place tomatillos, onions, and next 5 ingredients (through garlic) in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse 7 times or until coarsely chopped.
3
To prepare tacos, thread shrimp evenly on 6 (10-inch) skewers. Place skewers on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 2 minutes or until shrimp are done, turning once. Remove shrimp from skewers, and place in a medium bowl. Add hot pepper sauce, chili powder, cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss to coat.
4
Heat the tortillas on the grill 1 minute on each side. Top each tortilla with 1/4 cup cabbage and 2 tablespoons carrot. Divide shrimp mixture evenly among the tortillas; top each with 2 tablespoons salsa.

376

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salsa:, 1/2 pound tomatillos, Cooking spray, 2/3 cup chopped green onions (about 4 green onions), and more.

Yes, Spicy Shrimp Tacos With Grilled Tomatillo Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!