Do you ever peruse through Facebook and see pictures of the yummy meals that people make? Well, that is exactly how I found this recipe for Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Chipotle Lime Dressing. A friend had shared that she made these tacos for supper. When I saw her pic, I wanted to dive through the screen for a bite. I needed to make them, and thankfully she shared the recipe with me!
These tacos did not disappoint and Trent and I were both in love at first bite. Not only are they super easy (don’t let the ingredients list fool you), but they make for a wonderful light dinner on a warm night (or anytime, for that matter).
Ah, the wonderful smell of fresh squeezed lime. (Can’t you just smell it?) It’s such a fabulous aroma to have in your kitchen while you’re cooking!
I hate to admit it, but I had never zested a lime before. Sad, I know! Oh well, there’s a first time for everything, right?
You don’t need a fancy lime-juicer-thingy. The easiest way that I found to juice the Lime was to simply hold it my hand and squeeze. I’m not really sure why, but I felt like Rachael Ray or one of many other Food Network personalities when I was juicing the lime. HA!
The original recipe called for adobo sauce from chipotle peppers. I searched high and low for them but had no luck (even at Publix). But, Publix came through for me with this Adobo All Purpose Seasoning. I figured it would do the trick, and it did!
Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Chipotle Lime Dressing
Marinade
1/4 cup Olive Oil
2 tablespoons Vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh Lime Juice (about 2 limes)
2 teaspoons Lime Zest (about 2 limes)
1 1/2 teaspoons Honey
2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Cumin
1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder
1 teaspoon Seafood Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Hot Sauce
1 pound of shrimp
- Excluding the shrimp, mix together the ingredients.
- Add the shrimp and marinade for 2 1/2 hours. (I used frozen shrimp and let it thaw as it marinaded.)
- Place shrimp on warmed grill and cook 5-7 minutes, or until cooked.
- Top your taco shells with warm shrimp, toppings and dressing.
Dressing
8 ounces Sour Cream
2 teaspoons Adobo All Purpose Seasoning
2 tablespoons fresh Lime Juice (about 2 limes)
2 teaspoons Lime Zest (about 2 limes)
1/4 teaspoon Cumin
1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder
1/2 teaspoon Seafood Seasoning
Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- Combine ingredients in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until it’s time to assemble your tacos.
Toppings
Avocado
Tomatoes
Lettuce
You could use Cabbage instead of the Lettuce, add chopped Cilantro and even squeeze fresh Lime Juice on top.
Recipe adapted from All Recipes.
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