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Platter of shrimp al pastor tacos with charred pineapple, cilantro, and lime wedges on corn tortillas.
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Easy Al Pastor Shrimp Tacos

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 340kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons achiote paste
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced into 1/2-inch chunks
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 small white onion, finely diced
  • 1 lime , cut into wedges
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the achiote paste, pineapple juice, vinegar, minced chipotle, garlic, oregano, and cumin until smooth.
  • Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly; let sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  • Add the shrimp and diced pineapple to the skillet in a single layer.
  • Sear the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred, and the pineapple is caramelized.
  • While shrimp is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a separate dry skillet or over an open flame.
  • Assemble the tacos by placing 3-4 shrimp and pineapple chunks onto each tortilla.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro, diced onion, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.