Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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36
servings
1.34 lbs

raw large shrimp

peeled and deveined

12 unit

beer

bottle

3 unit

garlic cloves

peeled and smashed

0.25 tsp

salt

3 unit

chipotle chiles in adobo

seeded and minced

1 tbsp

adobo sauce

0.33 cup

light mayonnaise

2 tbsp

chili sauce

2 tbsp

red onions

minced

1 tsp

orange zest

grated

1 tbsp

orange juice

0.25 cup

fresh cilantro

chopped

36 unit

restaurant style tortilla chips

large

0.5 cup

iceberg lettuce

finely shredded

0.5 unit

avocado

diced

36 unit

cilantro leaf

Step 1
~2 min

Place shrimp in a large, deep skillet in a single layer.

Step 2
~2 min

Add beer, garlic, and salt to the skillet.

Step 3
~2 min

Turn heat to medium.

Step 4
~2 min

Slowly poach shrimp for 10 minutes, turning after 5 minutes, until just cooked through. Ensure the beer is just reaching a simmer.

Step 5
~2 min

Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon to a bowl and cool.

Step 6
~2 min

Bring the beer and garlic mixture to a boil; boil for 8 minutes, or until reduced to 3 tablespoons, skimming the surface occasionally.

Step 7
~2 min

Strain the reduced beer mixture into a bowl.

Step 8
~2 min

Add the cooked garlic from the strained mixture to the bowl and mash it.

Step 9
~2 min

Allow the garlic-infused beer mixture to cool.

Step 10
~2 min

Add minced chipotle chiles, adobo sauce, mayonnaise, chili sauce, minced red onion, grated orange zest, orange juice, and chopped cilantro to the cooled beer mixture.

Step 11
~2 min

Whisk the dressing until well blended.

Step 12
~2 min

Cut the cooled shrimp into 2 or 3 pieces each and add to the dressing.

Step 13
~2 min

Toss the shrimp to coat evenly with the dressing.

Step 14
~2 min

To serve, top each restaurant-style tortilla chip with finely shredded iceberg lettuce.

Step 15
~2 min

Spoon the shrimp mixture onto the lettuce-covered chips.

Step 16
~2 min

Garnish each bite with diced avocado and a cilantro leaf.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chipotle chiles to your spice preference.

Make the shrimp mixture ahead of time and chill for optimal flavor.

Use high-quality tortilla chips for the best taste and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The shrimp mixture can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer for a party or gathering.

Pair with a light beer or margarita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Guacamole
Pico de gallo
Black bean salsa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer at celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Fiestas
Summer parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Summer
Cinco de Mayo

Popularity Score

70/100

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