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Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa Recipe

Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa recipe
The Girl Who Ate Everything

These Shrimp Tacos are spicy and topped with a flavorful pineapple salsa. You can have these on the table in 20 minutes! 

Ingredients

1 lb. raw shrimp, peeled and de-veined
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper ((if you like spicier add more))
2 cups fresh pineapple cut into small 1/2 inch pieces
1 red or green bell pepper, diced finely
1/4 cup red onion, diced finely
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 finely diced jalapeno, seeded and membranes removed
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed ((see note))
shredded Mexican cheese

Method

1
For the shrimp: In a medium bowl, add the shrimp and remaining shrimp marinade ingredients (olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper). Marinate in the fridge while you prep the pineapple salsa.
2
For the pineapple salsa: Mix everything and let the flavors blend for a few minutes in the fridge while the shrimp are cooking.
3
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and are opaque (not see through).
4
To assemble the tacos: Add some shrimp and cheese to each tortilla and top with pineapple salsa.