Street-Food Rebel’s Fiery Shrimp Tacos

Street-Food Rebel’s Fiery Shrimp Tacos

This recipe captures the essence of a food truck favorite with a fiery twist. A fusion of Latin American flavors brings the energy of a bustling street-food scene to your kitchen. Find this scrumptious Street-Food Rebel Recipe for Fiery Shrimp Tacos, perfect for sharing or enjoying alone.

Time: Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: 8 minutes - Total: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Latin American Fusion, Street Food

Allergens

Shellfish (shrimp)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas, warmed
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Hot sauce, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 20 minutes.
  2. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Grill the shrimp for 3 4 minutes per side, until cooked through and slightly charred.
  3. Assemble tacos by layering two shrimp per tortilla, topped with avocado slices, shredded red cabbage, a sprinkle of cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice. Finish with a dash of hot sauce.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of smoky and spicy flavors brings an irresistible depth to these shrimp tacos, making them the perfect snack for any gathering.

Notes

Be sure to cook the shrimp thoroughly to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe was inspired by the bustling street food culture of Latin America, blending coastal seafood with bold, smoky flavors.