Drunken Grilled Key Lime Shrimp
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with Drunken Grilled Key Lime Shrimp, a vibrant and zesty dish that's perfect for summer grilling. This recipe combines succulent shrimp marinated in a bold blend of fresh key lime juice, a splash of tequila, honey, garlic, and warm spices like cumin and paprika. The shrimp are grilled to smoky perfection, kissed by flame for a charred exterior while staying juicy inside. Garnished with wedges of tangy key lime and fresh cilantro, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's ideal for quick weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve these shrimp skewers with rice, a fresh salad, or grilled veggies for a complete meal that’s bursting with tropical flavor. Whether as an appetizer or main dish, this recipe will transport your table straight to paradise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp tequila
- 3 tbsp key lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp cilantro (finely chopped)
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 key limes (sliced into wedges for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine olive oil, tequila, key lime juice, honey, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together to form the marinade.
Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to ensure each piece is coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the shrimp and marinade to a resealable plastic bag. Place in the refrigerator and marinate for 20-30 minutes.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the shrimp from the marinade and thread them onto skewers for easy grilling. Discard the remaining marinade.
Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn pink and are slightly charred. Do not overcook, as shrimp can become rubbery.
Remove the shrimp from the grill and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with sliced key lime wedges and additional chopped cilantro if desired.
Serve hot as a main dish or appetizer. Enjoy with rice, fresh salad, or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 2051 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.3 g | ||
| Protein | 110.7 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1442 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
