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Grilled Tequila-Lime Shrimp

SUBMITTED BY: kellen.f

"Lime and tequila-marinated shrimp grilled on skewers make an easy appetizer to enjoy all summer."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 8 stars. This recipe average a 4.4 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  6 Min
READY IN  1 Hr 16 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons tequila
  • 1/4 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

DIRECTIONS

  1. 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.
  2. Soak skewers at least 30 minutes in water to prevent burning.
  3. Preheat outdoor grill for medium-high heat. Lightly oil grill grate, and place about 4 inches from heat source.
  4. Drain and discard marinade from shrimp. Thread shrimp onto prepared skewers, 5 to 6 per skewer.
  5. Cook, uncovered, on preheated grill until shrimp turn pink, turning once, for 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with lime wedges for garnish.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 23, 2007 by Bode'sGirl
I followed this recipe fairly closely... although as I finished I added about 2 tsp of chili... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2008 by jojo13
I will never know how these tasted, people devoured them at a recent b-day party. I did add... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2007 by PTRICK
This is an easy and excellent appie. I did not grill the shrimp, rather fried them for a few... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 19, 2008 by NOELLER67
Tasty and very easy. I left out the tequila but they were still yummy. Skewered them but put... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2008 by Sandy
Super easy and a big hot, I don't care for spicy hot, but I think that next time I will add a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 2, 2008 by Grumpy's Honeybunch
I would marinate longer next time. I was running short on time so only marinated about 20... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 5, 2008 by DAWNC
This was great. Marinade didn't overpower the shrimp, but still added a nice flavor. Great... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 1, 2008 by cmc1031
delicious!! add a little more hot spices to it for a kick MORE


 
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kellen.f
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Cooking Level: Professional
Living In: Stevens Point, Wisconsin, USA
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Nutritional Information
Grilled Tequila-Lime Shrimp

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 235

  • Total Fat: 14.6g
  • Cholesterol: 173mg
  • Sodium: 282mg
  • Total Carbs: 3.8g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0.9g
  • Protein: 18.8g

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