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tequila lime shrimp on a white platter

Grilled Tequila Lime Shrimp

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Shrimp marinated in tequila and lime juice with agave and tajin.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 251 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skewers bamboo or metal
  • Saucepan optional

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 pounds shrimp peeled, deveined
  • ½ cup tequila
  • ½ cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons agave syrup
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tajin
  • ½ tablespoon garlic powder
  • ½ tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions
 

  • Place the skewers in water and set aside.
  • In a bowl add the paprika, cilantro, lime juice, lime zest, tequila, onion powder, garlic powder, agave syrup, and tajin. Mix together and add the shrimp. Cover and marinate for 15 minutes.
  • Heat the grill to 425°F or 220°C.
  • Place the shrimp on the skewers passing through the head and the tail to keep them secure. Brush each side of the shrimp with the avocado oil. Grill the shrimp 2-5 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and firm. They should make a C shape and not an O shape.
  • Remove from the heat.

Make the sauce (optional)

  • In a saucepan bring the marinade to a boil and cook until it has reduced in volume by half. Brush over the cooked shrimp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 31gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 243mgSodium: 183mgPotassium: 472mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 749IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 106mgIron: 1mg
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Keyword Grill, Seafood, Shrimp, Tequila
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