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Margarita grilled shrimp

Recipe Information

Description:
Margarita grilled shrimp is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 40 minutes of prep time and about 5 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 45 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 40 Minutes
Cook Time 5 Minutes
Total Time 45 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Shrimp
Category Seafood
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine American; Latin American
Cook Method Grilling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

  • 2 teaspoons tequila

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

  • 3 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions

  • In a mixing bowl, add the olive oil, garlic, lime juice, tequila, red pepper, cilantro, and salt and mix thoroughly. Add the shrimp and toss until the shrimp is well coated. Marinate the shrimp in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

  • Soak four bamboo skewers in water for at least 20 minutes.

  • Remove the shrimp from the refrigerator and thread onto the pre-soaked skewers. Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat, and use oil to coat the grate to prevent sticking. Discard the remaining marinade.

  • Grill for 2-3 minutes per side or until shrimp turn pink.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 188 cal

  • Total fat: 11g

  • Saturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 173mg

  • Sodium: 346mg

  • Carbohydrate: 1g

  • Fiber: 0g

  • Sugar: 0g

  • Protein: 19g