Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Salsa
Posted 01.30.2011 by Thomas in Dinner Time, Recipes,
A few weeks ago I had shrimp tacos at a resturant in Atlanta but didn’t like the salsa so I decided to try and make my own. This is a great work week recipe and just add spanish rice for the complete meal.
Let’s cook!
Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Salsa
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon blended chili powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined – remove the tails
corn tortillas
1 lime, quartered
fresh cilantro for garnish
Avocado Salsa
1 small onion, quartered
1 jalapeno, chopped
3 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
1 avocado, peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/4 cup your favorite salsa
Put the onion, jalapeno, avocado, salt and garlic in a blender and chop.
Transfer to a bowl and stir in the salsa.
In a medium bowl add olive oil, chili powder, and shrimp. Mix well and let rest for 10 minutes.
Place a skillet on the stovetop over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 5 – 8 minutes.
Let rest while you heat the corn tortillas. In a small skillet turn on high heat, place the corn tortilla in, and cook for about 2 minutes per side.
Time to plate. Spoon the avocado salsa on the tortilla, then top with 3 shrimp and fresh cilantro. I added cheese to mine with a lime wedge.
Here is a close-up:
Happy Cooking!
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January 31st, 2011 on 3:23 pm
Man. I love me some shrimp!!
February 1st, 2011 on 2:50 pm
Is there leftovers?
February 1st, 2011 on 4:33 pm
Yummy! I don’t suppose you’d share the name of the restaurant?? I do like the shrimp tacos at Brooklyn Cafe in Sandy Springs, but I will definitely make your version at home.
February 2nd, 2011 on 8:08 pm
Jen loves shrimp but I love shrimp tacos!
February 16th, 2011 on 3:39 am
I adore cooking and have bookmarked your web site.
February 20th, 2011 on 8:10 pm
I made these last week, they were wonderful. This is a great cooking blog!