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Grilled Baja Shrimp Tacos

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Juicy grilled shrimp, zesty Baja slaw, and fresh toppings all wrapped in warm tortillas—these grilled Baja shrimp tacos are bursting with coastal flavor!

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Course / Tacos
  • Method: Grilled
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp chili powder

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp cumin

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 tsp salt

Juice of 1 lime

For the Slaw:

2 cups shredded cabbage or 1/2 bag coleslaw mix

1/4 cup Baja sauce (see below or use store-bought)

Juice of 1 lime

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

For the Tacos:

Corn or flour tortillas (8 count)

12 diced cherry tomatoes

3 avocados, sliced

1/4 cup cotija cheese (or shredded cheese of choice)

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

3 limes, cut into wedges

Salsa (optional)

Baja Sauce (Homemade):

1/4 cup sour cream

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1 tsp lime juice

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp salt

1 tsp pepper

1/4 tsp chili powder

Instructions

Preheat Grill:
Heat your grill to medium-high (375–400°F).

Prep Shrimp:
Rinse shrimp under cold water. Pat dry and marinate in olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, pepper, salt, and lime juice. Let sit for 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.

Make Baja Slaw:
In a bowl, mix coleslaw/cabbage, Baja sauce, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Chill until ready to use.

Grill the Shrimp:
Grill shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove from grill.

Warm Tortillas:
Warm tortillas on the grill or microwave covered with a damp paper towel for 20 seconds.

Assemble Tacos:
Layer tortillas with slaw, grilled shrimp, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, cheese, and cilantro. Drizzle with more Baja sauce and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For extra spice, add jalapeños or hot salsa.

Swap shrimp for grilled fish or chicken for variation.

Cotija adds authentic flavor, but cheddar or Monterey Jack also work well.

Find it online: https://elladishes.com/grilled-baja-shrimp-tacos/