Achiote Marinated Shrimp Taco Recipe
achiote marinated shrimp, pepitas, pickled red onion, beans, peanut butter & jelly roll-up
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Ingredients
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Achiote Marinated Shrimp
Taco Ingredients
Peanut Butter & Jelly Roll-Up
Method
Achiote Marinated Shrimp
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, mix together the achiote paste, lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 2
Marinate the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
- 3
Cook the Shrimp
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat.
Assemble the Tacos
- 4
Warm the Tortillas
In another skillet, warm the corn tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- 5
Fill the Tacos
Place a generous amount of black beans on each tortilla. Top with the cooked shrimp, pickled red onion, and toasted pepitas.
- 6
Serve
Fold the tortillas in half and serve the tacos warm.
Prepare the Peanut Butter & Jelly Roll-Up
- 7
Spread Ingredients
Lay out the flour tortillas on a clean surface. Spread 2 tablespoons of peanut butter on each tortilla, followed by 2 tablespoons of jelly.
- 8
Roll Up
Roll the tortillas tightly, starting from one end to the other, creating a roll-up.
- 9
Slice and Serve
Slice the roll-ups into bite-sized pieces and serve alongside the tacos.