Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema

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These vibrant Grilled Shrimp Tacos bring the fresh flavors of coastal Mexico right to your kitchen. Succulent shrimp are quickly marinated in a zesty blend of lime and spices, then grilled to perfection before being nestled in warm tortillas with a colorful array of toppings. The creamy lime sauce adds a cooling contrast to the smoky shrimp, making this an irresistible weeknight dinner that comes together in minutes.

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

10 min

Serves

4 servings (8 tacos)

Difficulty

easy

Ingredients

Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

Step 1: Don't marinate shrimp for longer than 15 minutes as the acid in the lime juice will begin to 'cook' the shrimp.

Step 2: The lime crema can be made up to 24 hours in advance for even better flavor.

Step 3: A cast-iron skillet works well too if you don't have a grill or grill pan.

Step 4: Skewering makes the shrimp easier to flip and prevents them from falling through the grill grates.

Step 5: Shrimp cook very quickly! They're done when they form a 'C' shape; if they curl into an 'O' shape, they're overcooked.

Step 6: Warming tortillas makes them more flexible and enhances their flavor.

Step 7: Layering ingredients in this order prevents the tortilla from getting soggy.

Step 8: A final squeeze of fresh lime juice just before eating brightens all the flavors.