Description
Margarita Grilled Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful dish bursting with the essence of summer. Juicy shrimp marinated in zesty lime juice and tequila are grilled to perfection, bringing a delightful smoky char to each bite. Ideal for summer cookouts, family gatherings, or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and elevate your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (16/20 count), peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp tequila
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, tequila, garlic, cilantro, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Skewer the marinated shrimp (about five per skewer) and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (5 shrimp)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 160mg