Tequila- Lime Shrimp Tacos w/ Chipotle Cream
"I'm a big fan of classic fish tacos, so I decided to create a shrimp version with all of my favorite flavors... citrus, tequila, lime & chipotle...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 pounds large, raw shrimp, peeled & de-veined (tails removed)
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MARINADE:
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juice and rind of 1 medium orange
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juice and rind of 2 medium limes
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1/4 cup tequila
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1 Tablespoon granulated white sugar
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CHIPOTLE CREAM SAUCE:
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8 ounces sour cream
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1 clove garlic, minced
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2 Tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
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1 whole chipotle chile in adobo sauce (canned), seeded and chopped
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1 teaspoon adobo sauce (from the can)
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1 Tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 Tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
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ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
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1 Tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
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1 large red bell pepper, seeded & sliced thinly
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1/2 medium red onion, sliced
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FOR SERVING:
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8 soft-taco-sized flour tortillas, warmed
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1/2 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
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1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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lime wedges
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