Fire-Roasted Shrimp Street Tacos

Fire-Roasted Shrimp Street Tacos

A delicious and easy-to-make recipe for Fire-Roasted Shrimp Street Tacos inspired by a famous restaurant dish.

🕒 Prep - 15 minutes, Cook - 10 minutes, Total - 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Mexican

Allergens

Shellfish, Soy (in mayonnaise)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 limes, cut into wedges
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium high heat. Grill shrimp for 2 3 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise with lime juice and a pinch of chili powder.
  4. Warm tortillas in a dry pan or on the grill for 10 seconds per side.
  5. Assemble tacos by layering grilled shrimp, sliced red onion, jalapeño, fresh cilantro leaves, and lime mayonnaise on each tortilla.

Chef’s Insight

Grill shrimp and tortillas just before assembling tacos to ensure maximum flavor and texture.

Notes

Feel free to add hot sauce or avocado for extra flavor and creaminess.

Cultural or Historical Background

Street food is a staple in Mexican culture, with tacos being one of the most popular dishes.