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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.