15-Minute Margarita Grilled Shrimp Skewers

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Bright and punchy margarita-inspired grilled shrimp skewers made with lime, garlic, and tequila. Quick, easy, and ready in just 15 minutes for a perfect summer dinner.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Total Time 21

Servings: 4 people

Course: dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican-American

Calories: 185

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 pound large raw peeled tail-on shrimp Thawed if using frozen
2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin preferred
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Freshly squeezed only
1 tablespoon tequila Silver or blanco
3 cloves fresh garlic Finely minced
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for heat
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro Chopped for garnish

Equipment

1 grill Outdoor grill or indoor grill pan
4 wooden skewers Soaked in water for 30 minutes
1 Mixing Bowl Glass preferred for acidic marinades

Method

Combine olive oil, fresh lime juice, tequila, and minced garlic in a large glass bowl and whisk to combine.
Add the raw shrimp to the bowl and toss gently to coat evenly, letting it sit for exactly 15 minutes.
Thread the marinated shrimp onto soaked wooden skewers, piecing each shrimp twice so they lay flat.
Grill over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side until bright pink and completely opaque.
Remove from heat immediately and serve hot with fresh cilantro and extra lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 180gCalories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 24gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 860mgPotassium: 100mgVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Soak your wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning. Do not marinate the shrimp longer than 15 minutes or the texture will become mushy.

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