Grilled Honey Sriracha Shrimp Tacos

Grilled Honey Sriracha Shrimp Tacos

This grilled honey sriracha shrimp taco recipe is a delicious, smoky and flavorful fusion of American and Mexican street food.

Time: Prep - 15 minutes; Cook - 10 minutes; Total - 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American Fusion, Street Food

Allergens

Shellfish (Shrimp)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups slaw mix
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium heat.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Thread shrimp onto skewers, brush with half of the honey sriracha sauce.
  4. Grill shrimp for 2 3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove from grill and let rest.
  5. Warm tortillas on grill for 10 seconds per side.
  6. To serve, place two shrimp skewers in each tortilla, top with slaw mix, avocado slices, a drizzle of honey sriracha sauce, and fresh cilantro.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of sweet and spicy in the honey sriracha sauce complements the smoky grilled shrimp perfectly.

Notes

Serve with a side of refreshing cucumber salad for added flavor and crunch.

Cultural or Historical Background

Shrimp tacos have roots in coastal regions where fresh seafood is abundant, often influenced by Mexican street food culture.