Spicy Pineapple and Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema

Spicy Pineapple and Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema

Servings:

8-10 tacos

Prep Time:

20 minutes

Cook Time:

15 minutes

Total Time:

35 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Crema:

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

For the Shrimp:

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Pineapple:

• 1 ripe pineapple, cut into small chunks
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Tacos:

• 8-10 corn tortillas
• Sliced radishes
• Chopped cilantro
• Lime wedges

Instructions:

Make the Crema:

1. In a blender or food processor, combine sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, ginger, salt, and pepper.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding honey to taste.

Prepare the Shrimp:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Add shrimp and marinate for 10-15 minutes, or until they start to turn pink.

Cook the Pineapple:

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add brown sugar, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
3. Stir in pineapple chunks and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Season with salt to taste.

Cook the Shrimp:

1. Remove shrimp from marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off.
2. In a separate skillet or wok, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add shrimp and cook until pink and just cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Assemble Tacos:

1. Warm tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
2. Spoon cooked shrimp onto a tortilla, followed by a chunk of pineapple and a dollop of cilantro lime crema.
3. Top with sliced radishes, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
4. Serve immediately.

Enjoy your delicious Spicy Pineapple and Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema!