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shrimp tacos

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Private Recipe by
Kimmi Knippel (Sweet_Memories)
Cullowhee, NC

Mmmmmmmmm!

(3 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients For shrimp tacos

  • 3 Tbsp
    peppercorns, black
  • 3 qt
    water
  • 1 Tbsp
    salt
  • 1 tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 2
    limes, quartered
  • 1 lb
    medium shrimp, peeled, deveined & tails off
  • 2 Tbsp
    cilantro, fresh, chopped
  • 1/4 c
    lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp
    jalapeno pepper, minced
  • 12 - 6"
    corn tortillas
  • GARNISH:
  • tomato, diced
  • sour cream
  • green onions
  • mexican blend shredded cheese
  • avocado, sliced

How To Make shrimp tacos

  • 1
    Place the peppercorns on a double layer of cheesecloth. Gather edges of cheesecloth together, & tie securely. Combine cheesecloth bag, water, salt, red pepper & lime quarters in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; cook 2 minutes. Add shrimp; cook 2 minutes or until done. Drain. Discard cheesecloth bag & lime quarters.
  • 2
    Combine shrimp, cilantro, lime juice & jalapeño pepper, tossing well to coat. Heat tortillas according to package directions. Spoon 1/3 C shrimp mixture into each tortilla; top each taco with tomato, sour cream, onions, cheese & avocado.
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