GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS WITH CREAMY SLAW & FIRE ROASTED CORN

INGREDIENTS:

-1 lb raw peeled & deveined shrimp

-2 tbsp olive oil

-Emeril's blackened seasoning

-1 package Trader Joe's "truly handmade" tortillas (or any tortillas you'd like)

-1 package Trader Joe's coleslaw kit

-1 avocado

-3-4 spoonfuls sour cream

-2 limes

-1 bunch cilantro (leaves chopped)

-1 jalapeño diced (seeds removed)

-1 tsp garlic powder

-1 bag Trader Joe's fire roasted corn (found in the freezer section)

-Salt/pepper

-Wood or metal skewers

TIP: I buy Trader Joe's "organic coleslaw kit" for the slaw used in this recipe because I love that it's already chopped & ready to use in the perfect portion. Whenever I made my own in the past I'd always end up with a TON of extra red & green cabbage that ultimately went to waste in the fridge. But, I DO NOT use the packet of coleslaw dressing that comes in the bag for this. And for $1.69 a bag it's so worth it to buy just the right amount of slaw that you will need instead of buying 2 giant heads of cabbage. (I've tried to leave left overs out for the squirrels before & they were not fans)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Before cooking, soak wood skewers in water for at least 30 minutes so they don't burn. Coat shrimp with 2 tbsp olive oil & season with blackened seasoning to your liking. Skewer shrimp (about 5-6 per stick) & set aside.

2. For the slaw, empty contents of the bag into a large bowl (again do not use the dressing that comes in the bag). Mix 3 spoonfuls of sour cream into the slaw along with juice from 1 lime, 1/3 cup chopped cilantro, chopped jalapeño, garlic powder & salt/pepper to taste. If you find the slaw is too dry, add another spoonful of sour cream.

3. Cook corn according to package directions. (Heating a skillet with non-stick spray & cooking on medium high heat for about 5-7 minutes)

3. Grill shrimp for about 3 minutes on each side until no longer opaque.

4. To plate: warm tortillas in paper towels in the microwave for 20 seconds. Layer slaw, grilled shrimp & corn. Garnish with more cilantro, avocado slices & fresh lime wedges. Fresh lime juice on the top is key :)

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