Margarita Grilled Shrimp Kabobs
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
6 mins
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Additional Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 36 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
352 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Margarita Grilled Shrimp Kabobs
Description
The recipe calls for peeling and deveining large, raw shrimp, which are marinated for 2 to 3 hours in a mixture blending olive oil, chopped garlic, jalapeño, brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic and onion powders, cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper. An optional addition of tequila adds a subtle depth. The marinade is thoroughly blended to a fine consistency to coat the shrimp evenly.
Grilling is done over medium-high heat, with the shrimp threaded onto skewers along with thin slices of lime, which infuse citrus aroma and also help keep the shrimp juicy. Cooking time is about 3 to 4 minutes per side, just until the shrimp turn opaque with a few charred markings. The finishing touches include a sprinkle of fresh chopped cilantro and lime wedges for squeezing.
This method works well for either appetizer-sized kabobs or larger meal portions. Using flat skewers helps prevent shrimp from rotating while grilling. Leftover kabobs store well in the refrigerator for several days and reheat easily in the microwave or stovetop pan, making them suitable for batch cooking or entertaining.
Variations include grilling shrimp without skewers, which requires large jumbo shrimp to prevent them falling through grill grates. This dish pairs well with fresh salads, grilled vegetables, or rice side dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp 16-20 per pound, peeled and deveined, raw extra jumbo
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 garlic roughly chopped, large cloves
- 1 teaspoon jalapeño minced
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons tequila optional
- lime if placing shrimp on skewers, thin slices of fresh
- cilantro chopped
- lime for squeezing over top of grilled shrimp, wedges, fresh
Instructions
- Shrimp can be grilled with or without skewers. If using wood skewers, start soaking them in water.
- Place shrimp in a wide shallow bowl and set aside.
- In a small bowl with high sides, combine all ingredients from olive oil through black pepper. Use an immersion blender to completely process until there are no sizable pieces. Or use a food processor or blender. Pour marinade over shrimp and gently stir to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours, folding gently about halfway through.
- Drizzle tequila over the shrimp, if desired, and gently fold to combine. If using skewers, thread shrimp onto skewers, with a folded slice of lime in between shrimp (see skewer photos in post).
- Heat grill to medium-high. Make sure grates are clean, and then oil them well. Set shrimp on grates and grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or just until shrimp are no longer translucent and have some nice char. Smaller shrimp will take less time. Place shrimp on a platter and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with fresh lime wedges to squeeze over the top.
Notes
- Use flat skewers to keep shrimp from twisting while grilling.
- Make appetizer-sized kabobs with fewer shrimp per skewer or full meal-sized with longer skewers holding more shrimp.
- Grilling without skewers works best with large jumbo shrimp to prevent them falling through grill grates.
- Store leftover grilled shrimp kabobs in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave or on the stovetop over medium heat until warmed through.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 352 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 352kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16g | 94% |
| Cholesterol | 287mg | 96% |
| Sodium | 1625mg | 68% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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