Looking for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal? Tequila orange grilled shrimp is a simple supper that can be on the table in under 30 minutes. This dish features juicy shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of tequila, orange juice, and spices, then grilled to perfection. Serve the shrimp with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a healthy and satisfying meal.
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SIMPLE SUPPER: TEQUILA-ORANGE GRILLED SHRIMP
Toss peeled and deveined shrimp with a simple, spicy marinade then grill until charred and cook through. Top this dinner entree with orange sauce-splashed with tequila-and you've got the makings for a fun, flavorful fiesta.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Shrimp Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, oil, half the jalapeno, half the garlic, and zest; season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 15 minutes and up to 1 hour.
- In a shallow saucepan, combine remaining jalapeno and garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, orange juice, tequila, and shallots; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until mixture is thick and syrupy, 7 to 8 minutes. Stir in butter; keep warm.
- Heat a gas grill on high or stove-top grill pan over high heat. Grill shrimp, turning once, until just opaque, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter; pour tequila sauce over shrimp. Garnish with chives; serve immediately with lime wedges.
TEQUILA-ORANGE GRILLED SHRIMP
This is one of those recipes that you will treasure. I make this allot for entertaining and everyone always RAVES about it. I ALWAYS make the Lime Cilantro Rice and Avocado Salad posted by me with this dish. The combination is a truly amazing meal. That is guaranteed to impress! Hint: DO NOT make this marinade ahead (like the day before) the zest will cause it to get very bitter tasting! Also it says to cook mixture 7-8 minutes until gets thick and syrupy. I low boil it for 20-25 minute and it still isn't that thick, but it works! This is a Martha Stewart recipe.
Provided by Reefbubbles
Categories Spicy
Time 55m
Yield 12-14 shrimp, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, oil, half the jalapeno, half the garlic, and zest.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Refrigerate, covered, for at least 15 minutes and up to 1 hour.
- In a shallow sauce pan, combine remaining jalapeno and garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, orange juice, tequila and shallots.
- Bring to a boil over medium high heat.
- Cook until mixture is thick and syrupy, 7-8 minutes.
- Stir in butter; keep warm.
- Heat a gas grill on high or stove-top grill pan over high heat.
- Grill shrimp, turning once, until just opaque, about 4 minutes.
- Transfer to a serving platter; pour tequila sauce over shrimp.
- Garnish with chives; serve immediately with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.1, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 180.4, Sodium 190.2, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 5.4, Protein 23.8
GRILLED TEQUILA-LIME SHRIMP
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
TEQUILA-GRILLED SHRIMP
The citrus marinade for the shrimp is spiked with tequila, which makes for a very flavorful grilled appetizer, or serve over rice for a quick and easy dinner.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium nonreactive bowl, stir together shrimp, tequila, lime juice, and orange juice; season with salt and pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 20 minutes.
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Clean and lightly oil hot grill. Grill shrimp until opaque throughout, 4 to 6 minutes, flipping once. Transfer to a platter and top with jalapeno. Serve shrimp with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 g, Fat 1 g, Protein 18 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, large shrimp. This will ensure that they cook evenly and have a plump, juicy texture.
- Marinate the shrimp for at least 30 minutes. This will help them absorb the flavors of the marinade and make them more tender.
- Grill the shrimp over medium-high heat. This will help them cook quickly and prevent them from becoming overcooked.
- Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are opaque and slightly charred. Do not overcook them, or they will become tough and rubbery.
- Serve the shrimp immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Tequila Orange Grilled Shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for a summer cookout or party. The shrimp are marinated in a zesty tequila and orange juice mixture, then grilled to perfection. The result is a shrimp that is flavorful, juicy, and slightly charred. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious and satisfying meal.
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