Best 8 Tequila Grilled Shrimp Recipes

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**Tequila Grilled Shrimp: A Mexican Fiesta in Every Bite**

Sizzling with bold Mexican flavors, tequila grilled shrimp is a delectable dish that transports your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Mexico. Succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of tequila, lime, garlic, and spices, then grilled to perfection, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. This recipe guide offers variations to suit every taste, from a classic marinade to a spicy chipotle version, a refreshing cilantro-lime marinade, and a tangy orange-tequila marinade. Whether you prefer a mild or fiery kick, these recipes promise an explosion of taste. So fire up your grill, gather your loved ones, and embark on a culinary journey to Mexico with this tantalizing tequila grilled shrimp extravaganza.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED TEQUILA-LIME SHRIMP



Grilled Tequila-Lime Shrimp image

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

2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons tequila
ΒΌ 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

TEQUILA-GRILLED SHRIMP



Tequila-Grilled Shrimp image

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

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup silver or white tequila
1/4 cup lime juice (from about 3 limes)
1/4 cup fresh orange juice (from 1 orange)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
Lime wedges (for serving)

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

CAESAR SALAD WITH TEQUILA & LIME-GRILLED SHRIMP WITH CHIPOTL



Caesar Salad With Tequila & Lime-Grilled Shrimp With Chipotl image

(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

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

SIMPLE SUPPER: TEQUILA-ORANGE GRILLED SHRIMP



Simple Supper: Tequila-Orange Grilled Shrimp image

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

1 pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails left on
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 jalapeno chile, very finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, very finely chopped
Zest of 1 lime plus lime wedges, for serving
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup tequila
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Simple Supper: Lime-Cilantro Rice

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



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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

1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails left on
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium jalapeno chile, very finely chopped (deseeded, op.)
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 medium lime, zest of, plus
lime wedge, for serving
coarse salt & fresh ground pepper
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup tequila
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (or green onion)

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

TEQUILA-LIME GRILLED SHRIMP SKEWERS



Tequila-lime grilled shrimp skewers image

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

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.

TEQUILA GRILLED SHRIMP



TEQUILA GRILLED SHRIMP image

Categories     Shellfish     Grill/Barbecue

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/4 cup tequila
1/4 tsp cayenne red pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chili sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Place shrimp in a medium bowl. Add oil, salt, tequila, cayenne, garlic, and chili sauce. Cover and refrigerate 1 - 2 hours. 2. Prepare a hot fire. Remove shrimp from marinade and thread onto long metal skewers. Place on an oiled rack above ashen coals and grill, basting frequently with marinade and turning once, until shrimp are pink and loosely curled, about 2 - 3 minutes per side.

TEQUILA-GRILLED SHRIMP



TEQUILA-GRILLED SHRIMP image

Categories     Shellfish     Appetizer

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup silver or white tequila
1/4 cup lime juice (from about 3 limes)
1/4 cup fresh orange juice (from 1 orange)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
Lime wedges (for serving)

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.

Tips:

  • To devein shrimp, use a small sharp knife to make a shallow cut along the back of the shrimp, then remove the vein.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the shrimp in a grill pan over medium heat.
  • For a smoky flavor, soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
  • Serve the shrimp with your favorite dipping sauce, such as a spicy aioli sauce or a cilantro-lime sauce.

Conclusion:

Tequila Grilled Shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. The shrimp are marinated in a flavorful tequila-lime marinade, then grilled to perfection. The result is a juicy, flavorful shrimp that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give Tequila Grilled Shrimp a try.

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