Best 3 Grilled Tequila Lime Shrimp Recipes

Grilled tequila lime shrimp is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of tequila, lime, and grilled shrimp. This succulent shrimp dish is perfect for a summer barbecue or a party appetizer. With its zesty marinade and tender texture, grilled tequila lime shrimp is sure to be a hit. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy meal or a dish to impress your guests, this recipe has got you covered.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED TEQUILA-LIME SHRIMP

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Lime and tequila-marinated shrimp grilled on skewers make an easy appetizer to enjoy all summer.

Provided by kellen.f

Categories Seafood Shellfish Shrimp

Time 1h16m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons tequila
¼ cup olive oil
1 pinch garlic salt
1 pinch ground cumin
ground black pepper to taste
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 (10 inch) wooden skewers
1 large lime, quartered

Steps:

Whisk together the lime juice, tequila, olive oil, garlic salt, cumin, and black pepper in a bowl until well blended. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag; add the shrimp, seal bag and turn to coat evenly. Refrigerate 1 to 4 hours before grilling.
Soak skewers at least 30 minutes in water to prevent burning.
Preheat outdoor grill for medium-high heat. Lightly oil grill grate, and place about 4 inches from heat source.
Drain and discard marinade from shrimp. Thread shrimp onto prepared skewers, 5 to 6 per skewer.
Cook, uncovered, on preheated grill until shrimp turn pink, turning once, for 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with lime wedges for garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 172.9 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 282.5 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

CAESAR SALAD WITH TEQUILA & LIME-GRILLED SHRIMP WITH CHIPOTL

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(Title is so long it doesn't fit into the alloted space) Mexican Caesar Salad with Tequila & Lime-Grilled Shrimp with Chipotle Dressing. Found this recipe in Sabroso, a great little southwest dining guide from the Las Cruces/El Paso area. UPDATE 6/15/08 . . . An error has been found in the ingredients (actually two errors , soy and chicken broth). They have been corrected. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
3 tablespoons tequila
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
18 jumbo shrimp, raw with shells removed
2 romaine lettuce hearts, torn itno bite-size pieces
3 medium vine-rippened tomatoes, seeded and chopped into 1/4 inch pieces
1 cup corn kernel, uncooked and fresh from the cob
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons brown sugar
3 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chiles (in adobe, to taste)
freshly grated parmesan cheese
cilantro
crouton, Large Size

Steps:

Marinade:.
Stir together ingredients for marinade.
Add shrimp. Set aside to marinade 1/2 hour.
Dressing:.
Whip to a smooth consistency the dressing ingredients; mayonnaise, broth, soy sauce, lemon juice, chipotle. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Grill Shrimp:.
Remove shrimp from marinade and grill over medium-hot setting for a couple of minutes on each sitde. The goals is for the shrimp to taste grilled! When shrimp is done, remove and set aside to cool.
Assemble Salad:.
In a large salad bowl, mix romaine, corn and tomatoes with dressing.
Place on a chilled salad plates.
Place shrimp on lettuce bed.
Garnish with Parmesan Cheese, croutons and cilantro.
Serve additional dressing on the side.
Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.4, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 137.9, Sodium 796.4, Carbohydrate 29.5, Fiber 6, Sugar 8.6, Protein 22.4

TEQUILA-LIME GRILLED SHRIMP SKEWERS

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I love shrimp, so I'm always looking for new ways to eat it. Decided to mix up a great marinade and see how that went. It went amazing and was a hit with my friends.

Provided by Darci Juris

Categories Seafood

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 c tequila
1/4 c lime juice
1/4 c margarita mix
1/4 c olive oil
2 Tbsp honey
dash(es) salt and pepper
skewers

Steps:

1. In a small bowl, mix together the tequila, lime juice, olive oil, margarita mix, honey, salt and pepper. Set aside.
2. Skewer the shrimp; about 4-5 on each skewer. Place skewers in a dish long enough for them to lay flat.
3. Pour the marinade over the shrimp, cover and place in refrigerator for 1-4 hours.
4. Heat grill to a medium-low heat. Place the shrimp skewers on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and serve.
5. These go great with your own coleslaw recipe or a nice rice medley.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp that are deveined and peeled.
To make the marinade, whisk together tequila, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Add the shrimp to the marinade and stir to coat. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
When you're ready to cook the shrimp, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Skewer the shrimp and grill them for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
Serve the shrimp with your favorite dipping sauce, such as guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

Grilled tequila lime shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The shrimp are marinated in a flavorful mixture of tequila, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Then, they are grilled until cooked through and served with your favorite dipping sauce. This dish is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.