Tequila Lime Prawns
Elevate your next seafood dish with these zesty and flavorful Tequila Lime Prawns! This quick and easy recipe combines the bold tang of freshly squeezed lime juice, the smoky kick of tequila, and a touch of sweetness from honey to create a perfectly balanced marinade. Infused with garlic, chili powder, and cumin, the prawns are sautéed to tender perfection, delivering a burst of vibrant, citrusy flavor in every bite. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with lime wedges, these juicy prawns are ideal for a light dinner, a party appetizer, or even taco night. Ready in just 25 minutes, Tequila Lime Prawns are a show-stopping dish that’s as simple to prepare as it is to enjoy. Perfect for seafood lovers searching for a delicious Latin-inspired recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 ounce tequila
- 3 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 4 pieces lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the lime juice, lime zest, tequila, honey, chili powder, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk the mixture until well combined.
Add the prawns to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic to the hot skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Remove the prawns from the marinade, shaking off any excess liquid, and add them to the skillet in a single layer.
Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and slightly golden.
Flip the prawns and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fully cooked through. Discard the remaining marinade.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the cooked prawns with fresh cilantro.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for garnish. Enjoy your Tequila Lime Prawns!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
833 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 884 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 1736 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 109.9 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1323 mg | 28% | |
*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.
