Next up, I place the marinated shrimp on the grill, making sure to arrange them in a single layer. They cook quickly—about 2-3 minutes on each side should do the trick. I love seeing that perfect pink color develop, and the sizzling sound is music to my ears. Once done, I take the shrimp off the grill and set them aside while I assemble the wraps.
For assembly, I warm the tortillas briefly—just until they’re pliable. On each tortilla, I start layering my ingredients: a generous scoop of shredded lettuce, a handful of diced tomatoes, some refreshing cucumber, and of course, the star of the show—grilled shrimp. Lastly, I drizzle my creamy herb dressing all over the top. Then, I carefully roll up the tortilla and slice it in half. The first cut reveals layers that are simply irresistible!
For an extra touch, I like to serve my wraps with a side of extra dressing for dipping, along with some crunchy veggies or chips. It’s a wonderful meal that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Now that I’m ready to dig in, I can already tell these wraps are going to be a new staple in my kitchen!
Pro Tips for Best Results
One thing I’ve learned while perfecting this recipe is that the quality of shrimp really matters. Fresh shrimp that hasn’t been frozen makes a huge difference in texture and flavor. I usually go for wild-caught shrimp when possible.
I also tested this recipe with different types of tortillas—flour, corn, and even spinach wraps. I found that a nice, soft flour tortilla holds everything together while still offering a bit of chewiness. It just feels good to bite into!
Lastly, if you can let your shrimp marinate longer, do it! A good hour in the fridge allows those spices to deepen, but even a quick 10 minutes will yield tasty results.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
One mistake I made early on was overcrowding the grill. I would throw too many shrimp on, thinking it would speed up the cooking process, but what I ended up with was uneven cooking. Giving each shrimp space allows for that lovely char! (See the next page below to continue…)