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Grilled Shrimp Tacos

Grilled Shrimp Tacos keeps seafood front and center with plenty of flavor and a recipe that feels special without getting fussy.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

  • 1 pound raw shrimp
  • Romain Lettuce or lettuce of choice
  • 1.5 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

For the Calabrian Chili Chimichurri

  • 1/3 cup parsley finely chopped
  • 1/2 shallot minced
  • 2 tb oregano
  • 2 tb Calabrian chili paste
  • 3 garlic cloves grated
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup EVOO

For the Avocado/Guac

  • 1 Avocado
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Cumin to taste
  • EVOO to taste
  • White wine vinegar to taste

Instructions

  • Clean and dry the lettuce.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the Chimichurri ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Mix all the shrimp seasoning ingredients in a bowl until fully combined. Pat the shrimp fully dry, and then liberally season the shrimp.
  • Heat your grill to 400°. Once hot, cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until desired temperature is reached.
  • Then mix together the avocado/guac ingredients to taste. Taste, and adjust seasoning as needed then set aside in the fridge.
  • Cut the shrimp into bite size pieces (in half or in thirds). Then build the taco - add a layer of avocado/guac, shrimp, then Chimichurri!