Picture this: a sizzling skillet, the sharp zest of lime mingling with the rich aroma of tequila—it’s like a fiesta in your kitchen! I stumbled upon this recipe during a trip to Mexico City last summer, and it instantly became a favorite. Who knew shrimp could dance with flavors this vibrant and bold?
Steps
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, tequila, garlic salt, cumin, and black pepper until they are well combined. Transfer the mixture into a large resealable plastic bag, add the shrimp, coat them well, remove excess air, and seal the bag. Let the shrimp marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 4 hours.
- To prevent the skewers from burning, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grate and position it about 4 inches from the heat source.
- Take the shrimp out of the marinade and shake off any excess liquid. Discard the leftover marinade and thread the shrimp onto the soaked skewers, placing 5 to 6 shrimp on each skewer.
- Grill the shrimp uncovered on the preheated grill for 5 to 7 minutes, turning them once, until they turn pink. Serve the grilled shrimp with lime wedges.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons tequila
- 1 pinch garlic salt
- 1 pinch ground cumin
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 wooden skewers, 10 inches each
- 1 large lime, cut into quarters
Nutritional Values
Total Nutritional Values for Entire Recipe | Calories: 940 | Total Fat: 60g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 692mg | Sodium: 1132mg | Total Carbohydrate: 16g | Dietary Fiber: 4g | Total Sugars: 4g | Protein: 76g | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 12mg | Potassium: 824mg
FAQ
- How long should the shrimp be marinated?
- Marinate the shrimp in the refrigerator for anywhere between 1 to 4 hours to allow the flavors to fully develop.
- Why is it necessary to soak the skewers?
- Soaking the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes helps to prevent them from burning on the grill.
- At what temperature should the grill be set?
- Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat, making sure the grates are lightly oiled and positioned about 4 inches from the heat source.
- How do you know when the shrimp are cooked?
- Cook the shrimp on the grill until they turn pink, which usually takes about 5 to 7 minutes. Make sure to turn them over halfway through the cooking process.
- What nutritional information is available for this recipe?
- Each serving contains approximately 235 calories, 15g of fat, 4g of carbohydrates, and 19g of protein.
Tips
- Marinate the shrimp in the tequila-lime mixture for at least one hour to enhance the flavor, but don’t exceed four hours to prevent the shrimp from becoming too acidic.
- Ensure the wooden skewers are soaked in water for at least 30 minutes prior to grilling to avoid them burning during cooking.
- Lightly oil the grill grate before cooking to help prevent the shrimp from sticking.
- Use lime wedges for serving to add a fresh burst of citrus flavor to the grilled shrimp.
Equipment
- Lime Shrimp recipe that you might not typically have at home and may want to purchase:
- Outdoor Grill – If you don’t already have one, you might consider buying an outdoor grill for this recipe.
- Skewers – While wooden skewers are listed, you might want to consider purchasing metal skewers which are reusable.
- Grill Brush – To lightly oil the grill grate, a grill brush could be helpful if you don’t already have one.
