Prep Ahead For These Mexican Fiesta Recipes

Escabeche, a quick pickling of already-cooked food, is a common way of preparing fish and vegetables in Mexico. In this version, the shrimp are grilled first, then infused with flavor from a chile, herb and vinegar marinade.

Make-ahead tip: You can make the marinade for these zesty shrimp a day or two ahead. Then about an hour before your guests arrive, pop the shrimp on the grill; let them marinate as the party heats up.