Description
Delicious and vibrant Honey Chipotle Shrimp Tacos that blend sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lime, juiced
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp: In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp, honey, diced chipotle in adobo, minced garlic, and a squeeze of lime. Marinate for at least 15-30 minutes.
- Heat the skillet: In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the marinated shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn opaque and slightly caramelized.
- Warm the tortillas: Warm your corn tortillas for 30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble: On each warmed tortilla, stack shrimp, cabbage, avocado, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
- Serve and enjoy: Gather loved ones around and share the delicious tacos.
Notes
Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of chipotle used. Serve with sides like garlic sautéed mushrooms or a refreshing watermelon salsa.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, tacos, honey chipotle, summer recipes, Mexican cuisine