Grilled Tequila Shrimp Tacos
Tequila & shrimp are made for each other, perfectly seasoned with garlic & spices! Bonus, corn tortillas loaded up with veggies are delicious & healthy.
Servings: 12 tacos
Calories: 146kcal
Ingredients
Tequila Shrimp Marinade
- 1 lb. raw shrimp peeled
- 2 T. tequila
- 2 T. butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lime juiced & zested
- 1 t. chili powder
- 1/2 t. cumin
- 1/2 t. salt
- 1/2 t. baking soda
- skewers
Tacos
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 avocado thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cotija crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Toss shrimp with all other marinade ingredients except baking soda in a large bag. Seal tightly and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Drain excess liquid from the shrimp, then toss with baking soda.
- Thread 6 to 8 shrimp onto 2 skewers, alternating heads and tails and pushing the shrimp tightly together. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
- Grill on both sides until pink & opaque.
- Lay out grilled shrimp, tortillas, and toppings family-style and dig in!
Notes
No grill, no problem - roast the shrimp at 400° on a baking rack for 6-8 minutes.