Description
BBQ Shrimp Tacos are a delicious blend of smoky, marinated shrimp tucked inside warm tortillas and topped with fresh, crunchy veggies. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings, offering a burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups finely shredded cabbage
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp in BBQ sauce for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C) and lightly oil it.
- Grill marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Warm tortillas on the grill for about 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble tacos by placing grilled shrimp in tortillas and topping with cabbage slaw and cilantro.
- Serve immediately with additional BBQ sauce or lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: - For extra heat, add diced jalapeños to the toppings. - Customize your tacos further by incorporating toppings like sliced avocado or pickled onions.