Spicy Garlic Shrimp Tacos
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- zest of 1 lemon
- juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup chopped chives
- 1 pound shrimp
- tortillas (flour or corn)
- chopped cilantro, for toppings
- sliced radishes, for toppings
- queso fresco, for toppings
- lime wedges, for toppings
- sour cream, for toppings
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees.
- In a medium sized mixing bowl place 2 tablespoons of oil, 2 cloves of chopped garlic, ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of cayenne, ¼ teaspoon of paprika and the lemon zest. Stir well to combine
- In a second medium sized bowl place 1 tablespoon of of oil, 2 cloves of chopped garlic, ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of cayenne, ¼ teaspoon of paprika, juice of 1 lemon and the chives. Stir well to combine and set aside.
- Add the shrimp to the first bowl (the bowl without the chives) and turn the shrimp several times to coat.
- Pour the shrimp mixture onto a foil-lined baking sheet. Spread the shrimp out into an even single layer.
- Place the shrimp into the oven and cook until pink, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Remove the shrimp from the oven and with a slotted spoon place the cooked shrimp into the second bowl.
- Turn the shrimp several times to coat well.
- Warm the tortillas, in the microwave, on the stove top or in the oven.
- Once the tortillas are warmed, add the shrimp, chopped cilantro, sliced radishes and queso fresco. Top with a spritz of fresh lime juice. Salt to taste.
Notes
Two mixing bowls are required for this recipe. If you prefer a non-spicy option, omit the cayenne. If you want more heat, add additional cayenne. This meal pairs perfectly with black bean puree.
