By nlejune
MARGARITA GRILLED SHRIMP
5 steps
Prep:1h 30minCook:6min
Jumbo shrimp are marinated in the flavors found in many Mexican dishes. A splash of tequila is included for the margarita effect, but you can certainly leave it out if you prefer - this dish is awesome either way!
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 07:01:32 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
44
Low
Glycemic Load
2
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories289.8 kcal (14%)
Total Fat19.9 g (28%)
Carbs5.5 g (2%)
Sugars2.8 g (3%)
Protein23.5 g (47%)
Sodium623.2 mg (31%)
Fiber0.7 g (2%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings

1 lbshrimp
raw, jumbo, 16 to 20 per pound, peeled and deveined

⅓ colive oil

2garlic cloves
large, roughly chopped

1 tspjalapeno
minced

1 Tbrown sugar

1 tspsmoked paprika

1 tspchili powder

1 tspgarlic powder

1 tsponion powder

1 tspcumin

1 tspkosher salt

½ tspblack pepper

2 tsptequila
optional

fresh lime
n, if placing shrimp on skewers

cilantro
chopped

fresh lime
for squeezing over top of grilled shrimp
Instructions
Step 1
Shrimp can be grilled with or without skewers. If using wood skewers, start soaking them in water.
Step 2
Place shrimp in a wide shallow bowl and set aside.
Step 3
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.
Step 4
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).
Step 5
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 opaque 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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