**Ingredients:**
For the Marinade:
– 4-5 small coriander roots
– 2-3 cloves of garlic
– 1 tsp whole coriander seeds, lightly toasted
– A couple of tablespoons of tequila (adjust to taste)
– Juice and zest of 1 lime
– 1 tsp sugar
For the Salad:
– 1/4 of an iceberg lettuce, finely shredded
– 3 carrots, peeled into ribbons
– 2 tbsp tequila
– Juice of 1 lime
For the Hot Sauce Mayonnaise:
– 1 tsp Chipotle hot sauce
– 1 tsp traditional vinegar-based hot sauce
– Juice of 1/2 lime
– Mayonnaise, amount as needed
Additional Ingredients:
– Fresh prawns, quantity as desired
– Olive oil for cooking
– Corn or flour tortillas
– Fresh coriander for garnish
**Instructions:**
1. **Marinade Preparation:**
– In a mortar and pestle, combine the coriander roots, garlic cloves, and toasted whole coriander seeds. Grind them to a fine paste.
– Mix in a couple of tablespoons of tequila, the juice and zest of 1 lime, and 1 teaspoon of sugar until well combined.
– Coat the fresh prawns with this marinade evenly and set aside to marinate for a while.
2. **Salad Preparation:**
– Shred 1/4 of an iceberg lettuce finely and peel 3 carrots into ribbons, combining them in a bowl.
– Dress the lettuce and carrot ribbons with 2 tablespoons of tequila and the juice of 1 lime. Set aside to lightly pickle.
3. **Hot Sauce Mayonnaise:**
– In a small bowl, mix about a teaspoon each of Chipotle hot sauce and traditional vinegar-based hot sauce with the juice of half a lime.
– Blend this mixture with mayonnaise until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
4. **Cooking the Prawns:**
– Heat a pan with a little bit of olive oil over medium-high heat.
– Add the marinated prawns and cook until they are just done and have a nice colour on the edges. Be careful not to overcook.
5. **Warming the Tortillas:**
– Warm the tortillas in a dry pan over reasonably high heat for a couple of minutes on each side until they are just heated through and slightly charred.
6. **Assembling the Tacos:**
– Lay out the warmed tortillas and place a generous amount of the salad mixture onto each.
– Top with the cooked prawns.
– Drizzle the hot sauce mayonnaise over the top.
– Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
7. **Serving:**
– Serve your tequila prawn tacos immediately, fresh and full of flavour. Enjoy your meal with a side of your choice or as is for a delightful experience.
There you have it, a vibrant and tasty dish that’s perfect for any occasion, especially if you’re looking to bring a bit of Mexican flair to your table. Enjoy your cooking!
