Grilled Cajun Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

These Grilled Cajun Shrimp Tacos are a flavorful and spicy option for your next grilling out session. Perfect for summer gatherings, this recipe combines succulent shrimp with a zesty Cajun seasoning, all wrapped in warm tortillas.

This recipe is straightforward and ideal for those looking for quick and delicious recipes for the grill. You can easily customize the toppings to suit your taste.

Spicy Grilled Cajun Shrimp Tacos

These tacos feature marinated shrimp grilled to perfection and served in soft tortillas. The dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it a great choice for a casual meal or a festive gathering.

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
8 small flour or corn tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage
1 avocado, sliced
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges for serving
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat.
Grill the Shrimp: Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes first). Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and cooked through.
Warm the Tortillas: While the shrimp are grilling, warm the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.

Assemble the Tacos: Place grilled shrimp on each tortilla, then top with shredded cabbage, avocado slices, diced tomatoes, and cilantro.
Serve: Squeeze lime juice over the tacos and serve immediately.