Margarita Shrimp Tacos

Submitted by Chef #474066

"Tacos with a unique twist"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 10mins
• Ingredients: 17
• Yields: 12 tacos
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs ocean garden mexican shrimp, shell-on, uncooked
• 1⁄2 cup tequila
• 1⁄2 cup lime juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 -2 garlic clove, minced
• 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
• 24 (6 -7 inch) flour tortillas
• shredded lettuce, as needed
• salsa fresca, as needed

• Black Bean and Corn Relish ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans
• 1 (10 ounce) can corn kernels
• 1⁄2 cup red onion, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1⁄4 teaspoon oregano

directions

1. Peel and devein shrimp, retaining tails, if desired; set aside.
2. Combine tequila, lime juice, salt; pour over shrimp and marinate no more than 1 hour.
3. Sauté minced garlic in 1 tablespoon oil until light brown; add shrimp, cook and stir until done, 2 to 3 minutes. Add oil as needed. Sprinkle with cilantro and keep warm.
4. For each taco, fold 2 soft tortillas together; fill with shredded lettuce and Black Bean and Corn Relish. Top with shrimp, avocado slices and salsa.
5. Black Bean and Corn Relish directions:Rinse and drain beans; drain corn. Combine beans and corn with remaining ingredients; refrigerate to blend flavors. Makes about 3 cups.
6. For more great shrimp recipes visit www.eatshrimp.com.