Tequila Lime Shrimp
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Tequila Lime Shrimp
Description
This recipe emphasizes quick cooking of peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp, seasoned simply with cumin, salt, and pepper. Cooking in olive oil allows the shrimp to develop a slight sear while remaining tender. Adding crushed garlic and red pepper flakes provides aromatic heat, while deglazing with tequila adds a mild boozy depth. Finishing with fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro brightens the dish with fresh citrus and herb notes.
The shrimp cook rapidly in a hot skillet, making this dish ideal for a quick but flavorful seafood option. It pairs well with rice, salads, or as a standalone appetizer.
Ingredients
- 24 Shrimp 1 lb, peeled and deveined jumbo
- 1/4 tsp cumin ground
- 1/4 tsp salt Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 1/4 tsp black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 1/2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic crushed, cloves
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes crushed
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 medium lime)
- 2 oz tequila
- 3 tablespoons cilantro rough chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Season the shrimp with cumin, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat a very large nonstick skillet over high heat.
- Add the oil and shrimp to the pan, and cook them undisturbed for about 2 minutes.
- Turn the shrimp over, add garlic, red pepper flakes and cook until opaque throughout, about 1 minute.
- Add the tequila and cook 30 to 40 seconds until slightly evaporated, remove from heat then squeeze the lime juice over all the shrimp.
- Add the cilantro, toss well, and serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 174 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/2 cup shrimp | |
| Calories | 174kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 172mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 169mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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