Grilled Shrimp Tacos

Grilled Shrimp Tacos combine the bold flavors of Chinese BBQ with the freshness of tacos, creating a delightful fusion dish. Juicy shrimp marinated in a savory-sweet glaze are grilled to perfection and served in warm tortillas with crunchy veggies and a zesty sauce.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Hoisin sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
• Cabbage (shredded) - 100 grams
• Carrot (julienned) - 1 medium
• Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Sriracha sauce - to taste
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lime juice to create the marinade.
2. Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Remove the shrimp from the marinade and thread them onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before use).
5. Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and cooked through.
6. While the shrimp are grilling, warm the corn tortillas on a separate pan for about 1 minute on each side.
7. Assemble the tacos by placing grilled shrimp on each tortilla, then topping with shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, and chopped cilantro.
8. Drizzle with Sriracha sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from sesame oil that can promote heart health.

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