These flavorful grilled tequila lime shrimp are sure to be a hit at any BBQ. This is one of the recipes where the tequila will cook off all the way, partly because you're draining off the marinade. If you like a little spice you can sprinkle some chili powder on the shrimp prior to grilling or add a diced jalapeno to the marinade.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp (26-30/pound) thawed, peeled, with the tails on
We like to use frozen because they are already cleaned and ready to go but fresh can be used, just be sure to clean them!
Marinade:
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons silver tequila
- Juice & zest of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 4 cloves garlic minced (less if you don't like garlic)
- 3 tablespoons cilantro chopped
- Pepper to taste (I don't add salt since shrimp is salty enough)
- ** optional a diced jalapeno
- *** sprinkle of chili powder for a bit of kick
Instructions
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Combine the marinade ingredients in a large Ziploc bag. Add the shrimp and toss gently to coat. Let sit for 30 minutes to 1 hour in the refrigerator
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Preheat BBQ/grill to high. Reduce heat to medium-high
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Thread the shrimp onto skewers or get a grilling basket warmed up and lightly oiled
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Grill the shrimp for about 4 minutes/side
- Don't over-cook or the shrimp will get a rubbery texture and you don't want that!
Grilled Tequila Lime Shrimp Recipe and Video
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Ingredients
-
- 1 pound large shrimp (26-30/pound) thawed, peeled, with the tails on
We like to use frozen because they are already cleaned and ready to go but fresh can be used, just be sure to clean them!
Marinade:
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons silver tequila
- Juice & zest of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 4 cloves garlic minced (less if you don't like garlic)
- 3 tablespoons cilantro chopped
- Pepper to taste (I don't add salt since shrimp is salty enough)
- 1 pound large shrimp (26-30/pound) thawed, peeled, with the tails on
Instructions
-
Combine the marinade ingredients in a large Ziploc bag. Add the shrimp and toss gently to coat. Let sit for 30 minutes to 1 hour in the refrigerator
-
Preheat BBQ/grill to high. Reduce heat to medium-high
-
Thread the shrimp onto skewers or get a grilling basket warmed up and lightly oiled
-
Grill the shrimp for about 4 minutes/side
- Don't over-cook or the shrimp will get a rubbery texture and you don't want that!
Cristina Petrini
Tequila and shrimp ??? I have to try this recipe now! Yummy!
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Katlyn Brown
I can't eat shrimp but might have to give this a try for the men in my house!!
Katie | Chit Chat With Katie
YUM! This recipe is just begging to be made with the warmer spring weather we've gotten recently! What would you serve as a side? I was thinking maybe grilled corn or cilantro rice?
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shamika
I just took shrimp out for dinner! may just change the plans for dinner! lol thank you!
Anna
I love BBQing during this quarantine! I will be sure to add these next time. Thank you for the recipe 🙂
Jen @ Jenron Designs
YUm wse love grilled shrimp on the Big Green Egg so this would be a perfect way to prepare them for a little smoking action! Great recipe!
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Bumo Mgabe
Whoa such great recipe. I had to use less alcohol because the people I was cooking for don't drink, even though I told them the alcohol is cooked out. Thank you, it's a great recipe for having friends over.
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rosemary | a hint of rosemary
These look so delicious! And just in time for Cinco de Mayo!! Will be testing them out on my family!
Ashley
I can't wait to start grilling again soon! This one is definitely going on the list!
Claire
Wow, I have simply never come across this kind of recipe idea before it looks and sounds delicious! And we have tequila on hand, so definitelyy something we should try!
Holly
I made this for dinner to tonight, and this recipe is amazing! I sprinkle red pepper chili flakes on a couple of the skewers and it really added a kick! Thank you... I will be making this a lot!
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Myrah Duque
This GRILLED TEQUILA LIME SHRIMP RECIPE is ah-mazing! We eat shrimp at least once a week. I will definitely give this recipe a try! My husband loves tequila.
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Morgan
Wow, I never would have thought to pair tequila with food! I'll have to try this recipe out with some vegan shrimp! I've been meaning to try it out and this recipe seems like the perfect excuse!