Firecracker Shrimp Boil Street Tacos
Discover a festival classic recipe inspired by New Orleans street food - Firecracker Shrimp Boil Street Tacos. Bring the party home with this spicy, smoky, and flavorful dish that's easy to make yet packed with excitement.
Allergens
Shellfish, Soy (in Shrimp Boil Seasoning)
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup kosher salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Zatarain's Shrimp Boil Seasoning
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 recipe Tangy Slaw (see below)
- 1 recipe Smoky Chipotle Crema (see below)
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine water, salt, sugar, and Zatarain's Shrimp Boil Seasoning. Bring to a boil, then add shrimp and cook for 3 4 minutes or until pink and cooked through. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium high heat. Grill tortillas for 15 seconds per side or until slightly charred. Keep warm.
- Divide grilled tortillas among plates, top with shrimp, tangy slaw, and smoky chipotle crema. Serve immediately.
Chef’s Insight
To truly elevate the dish, consider using a mortar and pestle to crush the shrimp boil seasoning before adding it to the water mixture.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the spice level of the shrimp boil seasoning or chipotle crema to your preference.