How to Make Grilled Tequila-Lime Shrimp - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled Tequila-Lime Shrimp is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer BBQs, picnics, or as a quick weeknight meal. This recipe combines the bright, citrusy flavors of lime with the bold, smoky taste of tequila to create a mouthwatering marinade for succulent shrimp. Grilling the shrimp adds a delicious char and smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with the tangy and zesty marinade.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons tequila
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 pinch garlic salt
  • 1 pinch ground cumin
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 6 (10 inch) wooden skewers
  • 1 large lime, quartered

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 16 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Whisk together the lime juice, tequila, olive oil, garlic salt, cumin, and black pepper in a bowl until well blended. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag; add the shrimp, seal bag and turn to coat evenly. Refrigerate 1 to 4 hours before grilling.
  • Soak skewers at least 30 minutes in water to prevent burning.
  • Preheat outdoor grill for medium-high heat. Lightly oil grill grate, and place about 4 inches from heat source.
  • Drain and discard marinade from shrimp. Thread shrimp onto prepared skewers, 5 to 6 per skewer.
  • Cook, uncovered, on preheated grill until shrimp turn pink, turning once, for 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with lime wedges for garnish.
  • Nutrition

    235 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 173mg
    • Sodium: 283mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 206mg