Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Tomatillo Salsa

Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 5 min
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings

Description

Give a spicy kick to shrimp tacos with jalapeno in the avocado tomatillo salsa; these tasty tacos are perfect for entertaining in the Summer.

Ingredients

1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
1/2 white onion, chopped
4 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage
2 limes

Directions

1 Place avocado, onion, tomatillos, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, garlic, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until small chunks remain.
2 Fill resealable plastic bag with shrimp, chili powder, and salt; shake to coat.
3 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, 2 to 3 minutes.
4 Divide salsa, shrimp, and cabbage evenly to fill tortillas. Squeeze lime juice onto each taco.