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Tequila Lime Shrimp

By: Teri_loves_to_cook 
"This is a recipe for shrimp with a Latino kick utilizing tequila, fresh citrus juices, and garlic. This is simple and the family will love it."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (4)

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Wine Sauvignon Blanc
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Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
2 Hrs 25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups olive oil
  • 3/4 cup tequila
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup garlic salt
  • 1/4 cup ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 30 medium shrimp - peeled and deveined

Directions

  1. Combine the olive oil, tequila, cilantro, lime juice, pineapple juice, vinegar, garlic salt, pepper, oregano, and seasoned salt in a blender; blend until smooth.
  2. Place the shrimp in a bowl and pour the olive oil mixture over the shrimp; toss to combine. Cover and allow to marinate in the refrigerator 2 hours.
  3. Place a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the shrimp in the skillet until cooked through, about 15 minutes.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 949 | Total Fat: 91.1g | Cholesterol: 76mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2008 by MARNIECLAIRE   view full review
Great marinade for shrimp!! But i changed the recipe and was glad i had. I cut the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2008 by MrsDiaz   view full review
I think the measurements are off - 1/4 cup of salt is way too much. This already has lime &...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 20, 2009 by Marc   view full review
Not too bad in my opinion, but my tastes are VERY eclectic, I can see how MANY people wouldn't...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2008 by Audie   view full review
great recipe!!! my boyfriend (the anti-Health nut, Me!!) loves it!!!

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