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Margarita Grilled Shrimp
Grilled margarita shrimp combines succulent shrimp marinated in a tangy blend of lime, tequila, and spices, creating a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for a summer barbecue.
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 103 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Lunch
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw extra jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ Jalapeño minced
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons tequila optional
- thin slices of fresh lime if placing shrimp on skewers plus more to garnish
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
Instructions
- If using wood skewers, start soaking them in water. Skewers should soak for at least 30 minutes before going on the grill.
- Place shrimp in a wide shallow bowl and set aside.
- Blend the olive oil thru the black pepper.
- 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.
- 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.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
103kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
16g
(32%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
0.2g
(1%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.2g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
143mg
(48%)
Sodium
1816mg
(76%)
Potassium
193mg
(6%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
693IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
77mg
(8%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 103
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 103kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 1816mg | 76% |
| Potassium | 193mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 693IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.