Alright, let’s talk about what to eat with them shrimp tacos, you know, the kinda things that make your mouth water just thinkin’ ’bout it. I ain’t fancy, so don’t expect no big words or complicated recipes. Just good eatin’, plain and simple.
First off, you gotta have some chips and salsa. Yeah, the crunchy kind you buy at the store, and that red stuff, not too spicy though, my stomach can’t handle too much heat no more. It’s like, the perfect thing to munch on while you’re waitin’ for them tacos to be ready. And if you’re feelin’ a little extra, get some of that guacamole too. The green stuff, made with avocados. It’s creamy and smooth and tastes real good with the chips and the shrimp. My grandkids love it, they scoop it up like it’s goin’ outta style.
Then, you need some rice. Not just any rice, mind you. Gotta be that Spanish rice, the yellow kind with the little bits of vegetables in it. It fills you up real good and it soaks up all the juice from the shrimp. My old man, he used to say rice is the backbone of any good meal, and I reckon he was right. You can also have some of them refried beans. The brown, mushy kind. They ain’t pretty, but they sure taste good. Just slap a spoonful on the side of your plate and you’re good to go.
- Another thing that goes real well with shrimp tacos is pico de gallo. It’s like salsa, but chunkier. Got tomatoes, onions, cilantro, all chopped up real fine. It’s fresh and tangy and adds a nice little kick to the tacos. I ain’t got no time for fancy choppin’, so I just buy it ready-made at the store.
- And don’t forget the corn on the cob. Boiled or grilled, it don’t matter. Just slather it with butter and salt and it’s the perfect side dish. Sweet corn, that’s the best, the kind that bursts in your mouth. Makes me think of summer picnics back home.
Now, if you’re lookin’ for somethin’ a little different, you could try some Mexican coleslaw. It’s like regular coleslaw, but with a little bit of lime juice and cilantro. It’s crunchy and refreshing and it cuts through the richness of the shrimp. Or how about some black beans? Just plain black beans, cooked with a little bit of onion and garlic. They’re healthy and they taste good. My doctor keeps tellin’ me to eat more beans, says it’s good for my insides.
And for somethin’ sweet, you could have some grilled pineapple. Yeah, pineapple. Sounds weird, but it’s actually really good. The grill caramelizes the sugar in the pineapple and it gets all sweet and smoky. It’s a nice contrast to the savory shrimp. My neighbor, she makes this pineapple thing, and let me tell you, it’s like eatin’ candy, but healthy-like.
Lastly, don’t forget the little things. Like pickled carrots and jalapenos. They add a little bit of zing to the tacos. And some radishes and lime wedges. The radishes are crunchy and the lime juice brightens up the flavor of the shrimp. Some folks even like a little tabasco sauce, if they like it hot. Me? I stick to the mild stuff. Too much spice makes my nose run.
So there you have it, a whole bunch of things to eat with your shrimp tacos. Mix and match, try different things, see what you like. And don’t worry too much about following recipes or doing things the right way. Just cook from the heart and it’ll all taste good. That’s what I always say. Good food ain’t about fancy, it’s about makin’ people happy, fillin’ their bellies with somethin’ good.
Tags: Shrimp Tacos, Side Dishes, Mexican Food, Easy Recipes, Quick Meals, Family Dinner, Summer Food, Party Food, Delicious Food
