Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Salsa

Ingredients:

• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil for grilling
• 1 lime (for juice)
• 1 tomato, seeded and chopped
• 1 avocado, peeled, seeded and cut into chunks
• 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• Small tortillas for serving

Avocado Salsa:

1. Combine the chopped tomato, avocado chunks, finely chopped jalapeño, and chopped cilantro in a bowl.
2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Add a squeeze of lime juice and mix gently.

Shrimp:

1. In a bowl, mix the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, and kosher salt.
2. Let it marinate for a few minutes for the flavors to meld.

Cooking:

1. Preheat your grill (or skillet) to medium-high heat.
2. Grill the shrimp until they are opaque and start to curl into a more-closed “C” shape, about 1-2 minutes per side.

Assembly:

1. Warm the tortillas on the grill or stovetop until lightly charred.
2. Spoon the avocado salsa generously over the tortillas.
3. Top with grilled shrimp.
4. Serve immediately with additional lime wedges on the side.