Easy Al Pastor Shrimp Tacos
Quick and easy 15 minute al pastor shrimp tacos loaded with healthy ingredients like fresh pineapple, refried black beans, tangy homemade carrot slaw, and served on toasted corn tortillas. This incredibly tasty and simple taco recipe is the perfect gluten-free weeknight meal!
Ingredients
Shrimp:
- 1 pound raw shrimp, deveined and tails off
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
Carrot Slaw:
- 1 ½ cups shredded carrots
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- ¼ cup cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Tacos:
- 1 Tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 cup of fresh pineapple, cut into small bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup refried black beans
- 8 small corn tortillas
- Optional toppings: guacamole, sour cream, and shredded cheese
Instructions
- Gently pat shrimp dry with a paper towel and then add to a large mixing bowl.
- Add in all the marinade ingredients. Mix to combine and set to the side for 5 - 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in another bowl, combine all the carrot slaw ingredients. Mix and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. When oil is hot, add in shrimp. Sear each side for 2 - 3 minutes. Do not overcrowd the pan. Depending on the size of your pan, you might need to do two batches. Remove shrimp from the pan and set it on a plate to rest.
- In the same pan, add in the pineapple and cook for 1 - 2 minutes to soften and slightly caramelized.
- Heat refried black beans in a small bowl in the microwave with a damp paper towel on top.
- To prepare the corn tortillas: either heat a clean pan with cooking spray to medium heat and cook tortillas for 1 - 2 minutes on each side until browned. OR wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and heat in the microwave for 20 - 30 seconds.
- Assemble tacos by spreading some refried black beans on each corn tortilla and topping with equal amounts of carrot slaw and shrimp. Add guacamole, sour cream, and cheese if desired!
Notes
TO STORE: in one large airtight container or individual airtight containers in the fridge for 3 - 4 days. Store extra beans and pineapple and crunchy carrot slaw in a separate container to maximize freshness.
TO REHEAT: for the best results, reheat the shrimp, tortillas, and beans in the microwave or on the stovetop. Keep the slaw cold when serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 671mg | Potassium: 620mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 813IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 3mg
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