Chipotle Tequila Shrimp Tacos

  • Prep 30 min
  • Total 40 min
  • Servings 4

Ingredients

Filling

  • 1 1/2 lb uncooked medium shrimp, thawed if frozen, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup tequila
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 plum (Roma) tomatoes
  • 1 tomatillo
  • 1 cup sweet golden tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Dash pepper

Tortillas and Taco Shells

  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 4 tortillas from 1 package (8.2 oz) Old El Paso™ Flour Tortillas for Soft Tacos and Fajitas (10 count)
  • 4 taco shells from 1 box (4.7 oz) Old El Paso™ Stand 'n Stuff Taco Shells (10 Count)

Toppings, if desired

  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Queso fresco
  • Avocados, pitted, peeled and chopped
  • Pico de gallo or thick & chunky salsa
  • Lime wedges

Steps

  • 1
    In shallow dish, toss shrimp, orange juice, tequila, lime juice, chiles and garlic to coat. Let stand 15 minutes to marinate, stirring twice.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, cut plum tomatoes and tomatillo into wedges. Halve golden tomatoes; set aside.
  • 3
    Drain shrimp, discarding marinade. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, tomatoes and tomatillo to skillet; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, turning shrimp, tomatoes and tomatillo halfway through cooking time, until shrimp turn pink and tomatoes are slightly soft.
  • 4
    Heat tortillas on griddle. Fill each tortilla and taco shell with shrimp mixture. Top with cilantro, queso fresco, avocados and pico de gallo or salsa. Squeeze lime wedge over each.

  • When working with chiles, wear plastic or rubber gloves. If your hands do touch the chiles, wash them well.
  • Serve these tequila tacos immediately. If left to stand, the tortillas and shells can become soggy.
  • This succulent shrimp dish is good as is, but it's also delicious served over a green salad.

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