Spicy Pineapple-Glazed Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Crema

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 lime wedges
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8-10 corn tortillas
• Cilantro-Lime Crema (see below)

Cilantro-Lime Crema

• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a small saucepan, combine pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until slightly thickened.
4. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until pink and cooked through.
5. Brush the pineapple glaze onto the grilled shrimp during the last minute of cooking.
6. Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
7. Assemble the tacos by placing two grilled shrimp onto each tortilla, followed by a dollop of Cilantro-Lime Crema, a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Notes

• You can also make this recipe with chicken or pork if you prefer!
• Adjust the level of heat in the pineapple glaze to your liking.
• If you don't have smoked paprika, you can substitute with regular paprika.