Name: Grilled Shrimp Tacos
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 28 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 limes, juiced (about 1/4 cup); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 12 small corn tortillas; 2 ripe avocados, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered; 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 jalapeño, seeds removed and finely diced; Sour cream or Mexican crema for serving

Instructions

Marinate the shrimp

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
Prepare the avocado salsa

While the shrimp marinates, combine the diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño in a bowl. Season with salt and a squeeze of lime juice to taste. Gently toss and set aside.
Grill the shrimp

Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the shrimp onto skewers if desired to prevent them from falling through the grates. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
Warm the tortillas

Place the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side until they're warm and slightly charred. Alternatively, wrap them in foil and warm in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
Assemble the tacos

Place 3-4 grilled shrimp on each tortilla. Top with a generous spoonful of the avocado salsa and a dollop of sour cream or Mexican crema. Garnish with additional cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Grilled Shrimp Tacos

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