By Doreen Colondres
Shrimp Wrapped ConsorcioSerrano Taco with Avocado-Cilantro Sauce and Macha Honey paired with a Cava de Guarda Superior Reserva
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Serving: 3 tacos
Jamón ConsorcioSerrano adds savory crunch and elegance; the shrimp brings that delicate sweetness from the sea; and the avocado-cilantro sauce cools it down with a creamy touch. Then comes the final kiss: spicy macha honey and microgreens (or cilantro) to wake up your palate. Best enjoyed with a glass of Cava de Guarda Superior Reserva.
Ingredients (for 3 tacos):
- 3 small flour tortillas
- 9 fresh white shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 9 thin slices of Jamón ConsorcioSerrano
- Broccoli microgreens, to taste
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the avocado-cilantro sauce:
- 1 ripe Hass avocado
- 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp lime or lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
For the macha honey:
- 1 tbsp salsa macha (or to taste, depending on heat level)
- 2 tbsp agave honey
Procedure:
- For the avocado sauce: blend the avocado, yogurt, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and salt until smooth and creamy. Keep chilled until ready to use.
- For the macha honey: mix the honey with the salsa macha until fully combined. Taste to ensure the heat level won’t overpower the wine pairing. Set aside.
- For the shrimp: wrap each shrimp with a slice of jamón. In a hot skillet with a bit of olive oil, sear the wrapped shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and the ham is crispy.
- To assemble the tacos: warm the tortillas on a griddle or skillet until hot and lightly toasted. Immediately spread a base of the avocado sauce on each tortilla. Add three shrimp per taco, drizzle with a bit of macha honey, and finish with broccoli microgreens. Serve immediately accompanied by a glass of Cava de Guarda Superior Reserva. Cheers!Did you know that Cava de Guarda Superior is 100% organic and comes from vineyards over 10 years old? 🥂 In addition to being one of the most versatile wines, it is synonymous with quality and traceability—from vine to glass.