Margarita Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Zesty, flavorful grilled shrimp skewers with a tangy, tropical twist. Easy to prepare and perfect for summer meals or appetizers, these skewers deliver bold taste with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 23 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Quick Dinner Recipes
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Shellfish
Ingredients
1 pound extra jumbo shrimp, 16-20 per pound, peeled and deveined
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1 teaspoon minced jalapeno
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Fresh lime slices
Chopped cilantro
Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Thread shrimp onto skewers with lime slices, alternating with herbs.
In a food processor or blender, combine olive oil, garlic, jalapeno, brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Blend into a paste.
Place skewers in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
Heat grill to medium-high (375°F/190°C). Grill shrimp for 3-4 minutes per side, until opaque and slightly charred.
Remove skewers and garnish with cilantro before serving with lime wedges.
Notes
Marinate up to 2 hours for best results.
Optional: Use non-alcoholic margarita mix (citrus-based) in place of tequila for flavor depth.
For halal compliance, ensure all spices and oils are certified halal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 skewers
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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