“Low Country” Shrimp Tacos and Corn
Mains | 30 Minutes or Less, Entertaining, Kid Friendly | Seafood, Vegetables
START TO FINISH: 20 minutes
Cooking Notes
*Note: This recipe is extremely flexible, if you need to feed more people, just add more shrimp and corn per person. Old Bay is our seafood seasoning of choice but any shrimp or seafood seasoning will do. The amount of cheese and other toppings is also flexible.
“Low Country” Shrimp Tacos and Corn
Shredded Four-Cheese Mexican Blend cheese, for serving
Shredded Pepper Jack cheese, for serving
1/2 pint grape tomatoes, cut in half, for serving
Shredded iceberg lettuce, for serving
Salsa of choice, for serving
Guacamole, for serving
Sour Cream, for serving
Lime slices, for serving
1 bottle (12 ounces) medium-bodied beer
1 pound medium shrimp (50-60 count)*
2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning*
8 fresh ears corn, husks removed
12 small flour tortillas (fajita size)
1. Prepare cheeses, sour cream and other toppings as desired. Set aside.
2. Bring 2 quarts water and the beer to a boil in a large stock pot. Add Old Bay Seasoning and corn, and bring back to a boil. Cook 5 minutes, then add shrimp. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, or until shrimp turns pink. Drain well. Place on a platter for serving.
3. Warm tortillas according to package directions, and serve with shrimp and toppings.
“Low Country” Shrimp Tacos and Corn
Approximate Values Per serving (2 tacos, one corn): 538 calories (28% from fat), 17 g fat (6 g saturated), 109 mg cholesterol, 26 g protein, 72 g carbohydrates, 7 g dietary fiber, 917 mg sodium
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