Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRed Rock TavernShrimp Tacos Recipe

Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Inspired by Red Rock Tavern
Time1h
Serves4

grilled shrimp marinated in our secret sauce, topped with shredded lettuce, avocado and fresh cilantro. served with our house-made salsa verde

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Ingredients

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Shrimp Marinade

Method

Shrimp Marinade

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Shrimp

    Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade. Ensure all shrimp are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Salsa Verde

  1. 3

    Blend Salsa Verde

    In a blender, combine tomatillos, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro leaves, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning if necessary and set aside.

Grilling Shrimp and Assembling Tacos

  1. 4

    Grill the Shrimp

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before). Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and cooked through.

  2. 5

    Prepare Tortillas

    While the shrimp is grilling, warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side or until soft and pliable.

  3. 6

    Assemble Tacos

    Place grilled shrimp on each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, and chopped fresh cilantro. Drizzle with salsa verde.

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