Best 7 Tequila Lime Grilled Shrimp Skewers Recipes

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Fire up the grill and get ready for a zesty and flavorful fiesta with our tantalizing Tequila Lime Grilled Shrimp Skewers! Succulent shrimp marinated in a vibrant blend of tequila, lime, garlic, and spices, then grilled to perfection and served with a refreshing cilantro-lime crema. These skewers are not just a delicious appetizer but also a delightful main course when paired with grilled vegetables or rice. If you're looking for a sweet and tangy twist, try our Honey Lime Grilled Shrimp Skewers, where the shrimp is coated in a luscious honey-lime glaze and grilled until caramelized. For a smoky and spicy kick, our Chipotle Lime Grilled Shrimp Skewers are calling your name. Marinated in a fiery chipotle-lime sauce, these shrimp skewers will ignite your taste buds. Vegetarian and seafood lovers, we've got you covered! Our Grilled Vegetable Skewers with Lime-Tahini Sauce are a colorful medley of grilled veggies, drizzled with a tangy lime-tahini dressing. And our Grilled Salmon Skewers with Lemon-Dill Sauce offer a light and flavorful option, with succulent salmon fillets marinated in lemon and dill, then grilled to flaky perfection. No matter your preference, our grilled skewer recipes will tantalize your palate and make your next backyard barbecue a memorable affair!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED TEQUILA LIME SHRIMP



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This grilled tequila lime shrimp is absolutely perfect for a nice summer day when the sun is out and your friends are expecting some killer food to munch on! The tequila adds such an incredible flavor and works with the lime to make these shrimp incredible!

Provided by Joshua Boquist

Categories     Seafood

Time 4h14m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1.5 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails on
1/4 cup tequila
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder

Steps:

  • Ensure the shrimp are peeled and deveined. I like to keep the tails on for a more finger-food-friendly serving option.
  • Add the tequila, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and chile powder to a large bowl. Thoroughly mix to combine all ingredients.
  • Add your shrimp to the marinade and cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Place it in the fridge for 1-4 hours so the shrimp can marinate and soak up all of the flavors.
  • Soak some bamboo skewers in water while the shrimp marinates. This prevents them from burning while on the grill (see recipe notes)
  • Preheat your charcoal grill. You want a grill that is fairly hot with direct heat.
  • Pierce 4-5 shrimp on each skewer (see recipe notes).
  • Place the shrimp skewers on the grill and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side. The shrimp will cook very quickly and should form a "C" when fully cooked, not an "O" (see recipe notes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 239 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 5 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1074 grams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams unsaturated fat

GRILLED MOJITO-LIME SHRIMP SKEWERS



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Seafood belongs on your grill: These shrimp kebabs get a tropical citrusy kick from the marinade, and a fresh and crunchy finish from the toasted coconut, cilantro and peanut topping.

Provided by Roger Mooking

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

One 1.06-ounce package mojito-lime marinade mix, such as McCormick® Grill Mates® Mojito Lime Marinade
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons apple cider or white wine vinegar
2 pounds extra-large peeled and deveined shrimp, tail-on
1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
1/4 cup salted roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
2 limes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Whisk together the mojito-lime marinade mix, oil, vinegar and 2 tablespoons water in a large bowl. Remove 3 tablespoons of the marinade and reserve for basting. Add the shrimp to the remaining marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Prepare a grill for high heat.
  • Put the coconut in a small flameproof skillet on the grill and cook, shaking frequently, until the coconut is toasted in spots, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer the toasted coconut to a clean plate lined with paper towels and allow to cool. Set aside.
  • Skewer the shrimp: Thread a skewer through a shrimp, then thread it through a second shrimp, alternating the direction so the tail end of the second shrimp is directly above the head end of the first shrimp. Repeat with 4 additional shrimp on the same skewer, alternating the direction each time. Repeat with the remaining shrimp and skewers so you have 8 skewers of shrimp.
  • Tear off 2 large pieces of aluminum foil and fold each into a long rectangle. Arrange on the grill about 12 inches apart. Lay the skewers on the grill so that the exposed wood end tips of the skewers are resting on the foil (this will keep the skewers from burning). Grill until the undersides of the shrimp are pink and charred in spots, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn the skewers over and baste with the reserved marinade. Grill until the undersides are pink and charred in spots, 3 to 4 minutes more. Transfer to a platter.
  • Add the cilantro and peanuts to the coconut and toss to combine. Sprinkle the mixture over the shrimp and serve with the lime wedges.

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

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

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

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 LIME SHRIMP SKEWERS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 17m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup tequila
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1-ounce freshly chopped cilantro leaves
1/2 fresh red onion, chopped
Salt and pepper
12 medium raw shrimp

Steps:

  • Combine all marinade ingredients and marinate the shrimp for 30 minutes. Place them on skewers and grill for 3 minutes on each side.

TEQUILA-LIME SHRIMP



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Make and share this Tequila-Lime Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KellyC

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h4m

Yield 6 kabobs, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup lime juice, fresh
1/4 cup tequila
1 garlic clove, minced
2 shallots, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 cup olive oil
salt
pepper
1 lb large shrimp
8 ounces cream cheese
2 tablespoons tequila
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons cilantro, chopped
2 teaspoons lime zest

Steps:

  • Combine first 8 ingredients to make marinade.
  • Place the shrimp in a flat dish and cover with the marinade.
  • Marinate one hour.
  • If you are using bamboo skewers, soak them in cold water for at least 30 minutes. Thread shrimp on skewers. Grill about 3 minutes a side.
  • For sauce, stir remaining ingredients together until well blended.

GRILLED LIME SHRIMP



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Make and share this Grilled Lime Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Spring

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 teaspoon fresh lime zest
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 -3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lime juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb shelled deveined uncooked shrimp

Steps:

  • Mix together the first 8 ingredients in a bowl.
  • Add shrimp; toss to coat.
  • Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes to marinate.
  • Thread shrimp on metal skewers; reserve marinade.
  • Place skewered shrimp on grill over medium heat.
  • Cook 3-7 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, turning once and brushing with marinade occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 142.9, Sodium 933.5, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 15.7

Tips:

  • Use large shrimp. Jumbo or extra-large shrimp will hold up better on the skewers and will be easier to eat.
  • Peel and devein the shrimp. This will make them easier to eat and will help the marinade to penetrate the shrimp.
  • Marinate the shrimp for at least 30 minutes. This will help to flavor the shrimp and make them more tender.
  • Use a hot grill. This will help to sear the shrimp and prevent them from sticking to the grill.
  • Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque. Overcooking will make the shrimp tough.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Tequila lime grilled shrimp skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for summer parties or cookouts. The shrimp are marinated in a flavorful tequila lime marinade and then grilled to perfection. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

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